New signings Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford combine twice as Aston Villa come from behind to beat Chelsea and boost their push for European qualification.

In the Premier League clash against Chelsea, new duo Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford impressed with goals and assists, leading the team to a comeback victory.

Aston Villa newcomer Marco Asensio struck twice in the second half to lead the Premier League team to a 2-0 victory over second-tier Cardiff City on Friday and into the FA Cup quarter-finals for the first time in 10 years.

Aston Villa's Marco Asensio bagged a double and fellow newcomer Marcus Rashford had two assists as their side roared back from a goal down to beat Chelsea 2-1 in a breathless Premier League match at Villa Park on Saturday.

PSG forward Marco Asensio is enjoying life in the Premier League with Aston Villa. The Spaniard joined on loan this past January. In his first five appearances, he has scored two goals for Villa and is getting game time after not seeing the field much for the Parisians.

Aston Villa's Marco Asensio runs into position during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Chelsea, at Villa Park Stadium in Birmingham, England, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025.

Marco Asensio is thriving in his loan stint with Aston Villa as the Paris Saint-Germain loanee scored another brace as the Premier League side defeated Cardiff City on Friday night in the FA

Unai Emery praises Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford after beating Cardiff - The pair have both made a big impact since joining Aston Villa on loan in January.

LONDON - Marco Asensio fired Aston Villa into the FA Cup quarter-finals as the Spanish forward struck twice in a 2-0 win against Cardiff on Feb 28. Unai Emery’s side were held at bay by the gritty Championship outfit until deep into the second half of the last-16 clash at Villa Park.

Marco Asensio scored his third and fourth goals in Aston Villa colours to help his side beat Cardiff City in their FA Cup fifth round clash.

Matheus Cunha scored for the 13th time in the Premier League to secure a 1-0 win for Wolves at Bournemouth on Saturday. The Brazilian has been a real difference-maker for his side and is doing everything he can to ensure Wolves avoid the drop.