Aston Villa vs Chelsea LIVE: Predicted line-ups and latest updates - Premier League 21/22

Despite the numerous Premier League fixtures that have been called off due to a rise in COVID-19 cases, Aston Villa vs Chelsea is one of those that goes ahead. Under Steven Gerrard, Villa have seen a positive surge in form of late, while Thomas Tuchel's men have suffered a slump, with just two wins from their last five games.

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This is the beginning of our Aston Villa vs Chelsea LIVE live blog, with all the updates from this Sunday evening clash following on from here and with the most recent entries nearest the top.

Chelsea's predicted line-up

Callum Hudson-Odoi and Romelu Lukaku have both recovered from COVID-19 and they are expected to be in the squad, while Hakim Ziyech is doubtful due to a calf injury, with Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Kai Havertz sidelined after testing positive.

Chelsea's predicted line-up: Edouard Mendy; Trevoh Chalobah, Thiago Silva, Antonio Rudiger; Reece James, Jorginho, Mateo Kovacic, Marcos Alonso; N'Golo Kante, Mason Mount; Christian Pulisic.

Aston Villa's predicted line-up

Villa have suffered a COVID-19 outbreak and coach Steven Gerrard will miss this game, but the club have not revealed the names of the players who tested positive, while Marvelous Nakamba, Leon Bailey and Bertrand Traore will all miss out through injuries.

Aston Villa's predicted line-up: Emiliano Martinez; Matty Cash, Ezri Konsa, Tyrone Mings, Matt Targett; John McGinn, Douglas Luiz, Jacob Ramsey; Emiliano Buendia, Ollie Watkins, Ashley Young.