"We came out sharp with the way we set up, we got off on the front foot and in the right way. In the first 60 minutes they didn't create any chances, and then they get one and the dynamic changes. We knew they'd make substitutions and the shape changed slightly but it was nothing we shouldn't have been able to deal with. We understand the style and the way they want to play. We have ourselves to blame."
"We knew they'd make substitutions and the shape changed slightly but it was nothing we shouldn't have been able to deal with. We understand the style and the way they want to play. We have ourselves to blame. Second half one or two moments changed the game. They picked up momentum. It was two slight errors from us and we got punished. This is why it's the toughest league in the world. It's always disappointing to lose at home."
Chelsea dominated the first half at Stamford Bridge and took a 1-0 lead through João Pedro, who flicked in Reece James' corner. The hosts created several chances and Emiliano Martínez produced key saves to keep Villa in the game. Unai Emery's halftime substitutions, including Ollie Watkins, Jadon Sancho and Amadou Onana, revitalised Aston Villa. Watkins scored twice after the break to overturn the deficit. Chelsea conceded momentum following one or two errors and were unable to respond. The defeat leaves Chelsea with one win from their last six Premier League matches and disappointed at home.
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