Sat Dec 27 16:50:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a news article summarizing the provided text about Chelsea’s lineup for their Premier League match against Aston Villa:

Chelsea Make Two Changes for Crucial Clash Against Aston Villa

London, England – Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has reshuffled his starting eleven for tonight’s highly anticipated Premier League match against a formidable Aston Villa side at Stamford Bridge. Coming off a resilient 2-2 draw against Newcastle United, Chelsea are looking to overcome Villa, who have won their last ten games.

Maresca has opted for two changes to the lineup that battled to a draw at St James’ Park. In defense, Benoit Badiashile steps in for Wesley Fofana. The midfield sees the return of Enzo Fernandez, forming a partnership with Moises Caicedo. This tactical shift sees captain Reece James move into the defence, replacing Malo Gusto.

Robert Sanchez remains in goal, shielded by a back four comprised of James, Trevoh Chalobah, Badiashile, and Marc Cucurella. The attacking quartet will consist of Pedro Neto, Cole Palmer, Alejandro Garnacho, and Joao Pedro.

In a boost for the squad, Estevao Willian, Jamie Gittens, and Liam Delap have all recovered from injuries and return to the bench as substitute options for Maresca.

Chelsea Starting XI: Sanchez; James (c), Chalobah, Badiashile, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Neto, Palmer, Garnacho; Joao Pedro

Substitutes: Jorgensen, Gusto, Acheampong, Tosin, Fofana, Andrey Santos, Estevao, Gittens, Delap

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