Chelsea 0-1 Aston Villa: Premier League Highlights
Aston Villa Surprise Chelsea With a 1-0 Victory
Watkins' Strike Sinks 10-Man Blues
London, England - Aston Villa pulled off a stunning upset by defeating Chelsea 1-0 at Stamford Bridge in a Premier League match on Sunday. Ollie Watkins' goal in the 63rd minute proved to be the difference, as the Blues were reduced to 10 men following Trevoh Chalobah's sending-off in the 89th minute.
Chelsea dominated possession in the first half but failed to create clear-cut chances. Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez made several impressive saves to keep the home side at bay.
The game turned in Villa's favor after the break. Watkins broke the deadlock with a well-taken strike from the edge of the box. Chelsea pushed for an equalizer but were unable to find a way through the Villa defense.
Chalobah's dismissal for a second yellow card in the closing stages added to Chelsea's misery. The defeat leaves Graham Potter's side ninth in the Premier League table, while Aston Villa move up to 11th.
Highlights:
- Watkins' goal in the 63rd minute
- Chalobah's sending-off in the 89th minute
- Chelsea's inability to create clear-cut chances
- Villa's impressive defensive display
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