Aston Villa got here from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 at residence due to a second-half double from Marco Asensio, with Marcus Rashford offering each assists.

Chelsea took an early lead when an unmarked Enzo Fernandez (9) tapped residence Pedro Neto’s cross – however the recreation would change when Rashford stepped foot on the pitch.

The Manchester United loanee changed Jacob Ramsey at half-time and it will not take lengthy earlier than his outstretched leg squared the ball to fellow newcomer Asensio to open his tally in claret and blue (57).

Momentum was with the house group following the equaliser and it was the identical duo who linked up for the winner within the 89th minute, as Asensio’s effort squeezed below the physique of Filip Jorgensen after one other cross from Rashford.

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The duo had been each dropped at the membership on momentary offers within the January switch window however now look to be discovering their ft in Unai Emery’s squad, as their efforts catapult Villa to inside one level of Chelsea in sixth place, who missed the prospect to enter the highest 4.

Emery on what he instructed his gamers at half-time

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery:

“The final three matches at residence within the Premier League, we carried out very well. We had been being demanding as a result of we weren’t attaining the factors whereas taking part in good.

“We had been upset in regards to the first half, how we conceded and weren’t dominating. Progressively we had been getting higher.

“Second half we spoke about our response and response, by means of the power we wanted. Very pleased how we responded and reacted to get three factors.

“At the moment we had probabilities and scored.”

Villa strike gold within the switch window

Sky Sports activities’ Patrick Rowe:

Signing massive names within the switch window is all the time thrilling – however there may be by no means a assure that the gamers will carry out.

Nevertheless, to the delight of Emery and the fanbase, it looks as if Villa have struck gold in January.

Rashford and Asensio will seize the headlines after linking up on two totally different events to finish the comeback towards Chelsea however the positives do not cease there.

Donyell Malen has appeared vivid in all six of his appearances for the membership, Andres Garcia is already a fan favorite after overcoming his error towards Liverpool and Axel Disasi impressed in midweek towards Liverpool, together with his absence sorely missed when Tyrone Mings limped off injured.

The New Yr is notoriously troublesome to function in when signing gamers however the early indications are that Villa actually have accomplished a “masterclass” within the window, as described by Sky Sports activities’ Jamie Redknapp.

Maresca: That is the worst lack of the season

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca:

“That is most likely the hardest defeat of the season. Cause why is as a result of the response from Brighton has been good, however this second shouldn’t be sufficient.

“Our group is there. We tried Pedro down the wing and it labored superb. We’re unfortunate on this second and we have to flip that.

“On this league you need to be scientific. The distinction is within the field, we had probabilities we didn’t rating.”

Chelsea unravelling on the worst time

Sky Sports activities’ Patrick Rowe:

Chelsea are unravelling. Enzo Maresca’s aspect have now dropped 15 factors from successful positions this season – and 13 of those have arrived since Boxing Day.

The Blues appeared again to their finest within the early levels of this recreation, as Pedro Neto flooded ahead, and Cole Palmer appeared assured on the ball. They appeared to be having fun with it once more.

Nevertheless, Villa battled again, and the guests had no reply for Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio in the long run.

Chelsea are lucky to have a recreation in hand on Villa in seventh and that Bournemouth suffered a defeat to Wolves – however their type is worrying.

They did not land a glove on Brighton throughout the 3-0 defeat final week and now collapse late on towards Villa. Two crushing defeats to fellow contenders within the race for Champions League soccer.

Maresca instructed Sky Sports activities forward of the sport that each fixture is now a “ultimate” however little or no silverware could be heading their manner if that was the case.

Redknapp: Rashford is the Holte Finish’s new hero!

Sky Sports activities’ Jamie Redknapp:

“That sub made all of the distinction. He was unbelievable. The Holte Finish have a brand new hero.

“Rashford got here on, he gave power, enthusiasm, every little thing we need to see from him. The operating, the need… he was wonderful. He gave them that impetus to place Chelsea on the again foot.

“That is the best way to do the switch window [with Asensio and Rashford]. That is a masterclass. You take a look at different golf equipment and the way they did not convey gamers in.

“I am certain there are administrators of soccer all world wide with their head of their fingers proper now pondering, ‘Why did not I get Marcus Rashford?’

“I get the doubts. I might have been nervous about doing it. However proper now it appears to be like like Villa have gotten nice enterprise finished.

“I am happy for him. It has been robust. Do not get me mistaken, there are components the place he ought to have finished higher, ought to have tried more durable. However he is actually discovered a spot the place he is liked, a great setting. Actually good piece of enterprise from Aston Villa.”

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