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Micah Richards and Jamie Redknapp Heap Praise on Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers After Masterclass Against Chelsea

In a thrilling Boxing Day showdown at Stamford Bridge on December 27, 2025, Aston Villa secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea, extending their remarkable winning streak and keeping their Premier League title hopes firmly alive. Coming from behind after João Pedro’s first-half goal for the hosts, Unai Emery’s side roared back in the second half with two clinical strikes — but it was the performance of midfielder Morgan Rogers that caught the eye of Sky Sports pundits Micah Richards and Jamie Redknapp.

Rogers delivered what many are calling a “perfect display,” controlling the midfield with composure, winning key duels, and providing the creative spark that turned the game in Villa’s favor. His intelligent movement, precise passing, and tireless pressing disrupted Chelsea’s rhythm throughout, while his link-up play helped set up the crucial equalizer and winner.

Post-match, Micah Richards was effusive in his praise, describing Rogers as “unbelievable” and “the heartbeat of that Villa comeback.” The former Manchester City defender highlighted how Rogers “dictated the tempo, never gave the ball away under pressure, and showed real maturity beyond his years.” Richards added, “That’s the kind of performance that wins you games against top sides — calm, dominant, and always looking forward. Perfect.”Jamie Redknapp echoed the sentiment, calling Rogers’ showing “one of the standout individual displays I’ve seen this season.” The ex-Liverpool midfielder noted the young star’s ability to “boss the midfield” and his “perfect reading of the game,” which allowed Villa to transition quickly from defense to attack. “He was everywhere — breaking up play, driving forward, and making things happen,” Redknapp said. “Chelsea couldn’t handle him. That’s the mark of a true top-level player emerging right now.”

The win, Villa’s 11th in a row across all competitions, not only boosted their title credentials but also showcased the depth and quality in Emery’s squad. While the headlines might focus on the goals, pundits like Richards and Redknapp reminded everyone that matches are often won in the engine room — and on this occasion, Morgan Rogers was the undisputed master.

As Villa prepare for their next challenge, Rogers’ flawless outing against Chelsea has cemented his growing reputation as one of the Premier League’s brightest talents.