Premier League: Chelsea come from behind to win against Aston Villa on Boxing Day

Updated : Dec 27, 2021 09:46
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Chelsea came from behind to beat Aston Villa 3-1 on Sunday on Boxing Day, with Jorginho scoring two penalties and Romelu Lukaku scoring his first Premier League goal since September. Villa took the lead in the 28th minute courtesy an own goal from Chelsea. 

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A reckless play from Villa's defender helped Chelsea to come back in the match and score the equaliser in 34th minute as Jorginho converted from the penalty spot. Lukaku was the difference between the two side in the second half as he gave Chelsea 2-1 lead in 56th minute through a brilliant header.

Lukaku earned a penalty for Chelsea in the dying moments of the game which Jorginho converted again to give their side a much-needed win on Boxing Day. The 3-1 win helped the Blues stay 3rd on the Premier League points table as Aston Villa remained 11th after losing at home. 

Steven GerrardAston VillaRomelu LukakuChelseaJorginho

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