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Chelsea host Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge just weeks after the two sides played out a drab goalless draw at Dean Court.
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HEADLINES

There are five Premier League clubs valued at more than £3 billion.
Grey Whitebloom|
It’s not just the result against Aston Villa that could go against Enzo Maresca.
Toby Cudworth|
The attacking midfielder moved for £30 million in the summer but has barely played.
Toby Cudworth|
Aston Villa hero Ollie Watkins explained the tactical changes Unai Emery made in the second half that led to their 2-1 comeback win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Gerry Crisandy|
The Ghanaian is one of the Premier League’s hottest properties.
Grey Whitebloom|
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has provided some fitness updates on key duo Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella after Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa.
Gerry Crisandy|

Chelsea suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday, as they dropped down to fifth in the Premier League table.
Gerry Crisandy|
Marc Guéhi, Leon Goretzka, Ethan Nwaneri, Vinicius Junior and Vitinha all feature in the gossip.
SI FC Staff|
No two players from the same club grace the top 10 list of most valuable footballers.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
PREMIER LEAGUE SCHEDULE

Schedule

Chelsea were overall better than Aston Villa but a dreadful final 30 minutes saw them lose at home for the first time since October.
Roberto Casillas|
Chelsea face Premier League high-flyers Aston Villa on Saturday.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Chelsea are seeking to halt Aston Villa’s momentum this weekend.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE SCHEDULE

Schedule

Cole Palmer could play 90 minutes for just the third time this season.
Tom Gott|
Chelsea and Aston Villa headline Saturday’s Premier League action.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Mohamed Salah, Raheem Sterling, Andreas Christensen and Kenan Yıldız all feature in the gossip.
Tom Gott|
PREMIER LEAGUE STATS

Team Leaders

Chelsea are tasked with snapping Aston Villa’s lengthy winning streak.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
For these teams, the task of defending their crown was one challenge too many.
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Man Utd host Newcastle and Aston Villa visit Chelsea in Gameweek 18’s standout fixtures.
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PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS

Arsenal and Aston Villa’s clash at the Emirates could have a major impact on the Premier League title race.
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Manchester United will be confident of seeing off Wolves again after already thrashing them earlier in December.
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Jadon Sancho was a superstar in the making when he arrived at Old Trafford in 2021.
SI FC Staff|
Manchester United beat Wolves 4-1 earlier in December and will be aiming to repeat that dominant display at Old Trafford.
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Arsenal’s meeting with Aston Villa shapes up as the standout fixture of the Premier League season so far.
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The Red Devils close out the calendar year against Wolves at Old Trafford.
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LATEST SOCCER NEWS

The Red Dragons are within striking distance of the Championship playoff spots.
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