Pedro's hat-trick powers Chelsea past Villa to 4-1 win

João Pedro's hat‑trick – two goals before the break and a third in the 64th minute – gave Chelsea a 4‑1 victory over Aston Villa. The win moved the club past Liverpool into fifth place, keeping their European hopes alive.

Meanwhile, Fulham were beaten 0‑1 by West Ham, with Crysencio Summerville scoring the only goal. West Ham now face a tight run of nine games, while Fulham sit in tenth place.