Football - Premier League - Chelsea v Aston Villa - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - December 27, 2025 Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins scores their second goal.  Reuters
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Watkins Stuns Chelsea: Aston Villa Mounts Sensational Comeback, Extends Win Streak

  • Substitute Ollie Watkins scored two goals, leading Aston Villa to a 2-1 comeback victory against Chelsea in the Premier League.
  • Chelsea initially took a 1-0 lead in the 37th minute through Joao Pedro and dominated the first half with 71% possession.
  • Unai Emery's tactical substitutions, including Watkins, shifted the momentum in the second half.
  • Watkins equalized in the 63rd minute and secured the winning goal with a header in the 84th minute.
  • This marks Aston Villa's 11th successive win across all competitions, equaling a club record from 1897 and 1914, placing them third in the league.

Why It Matters: Ollie Watkins' brace powered Aston Villa to a stunning comeback win over Chelsea, extending their record-equalling streak.

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