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Pedro's hat-trick powers Chelsea past Villa to fifth place

João Pedro netted a hat‑trick in Chelsea’s 4‑1 victory over Aston Villa, pushing the club into fifth place and a spot in European competition.

João Pedro scored twice before the break and added a third in the 64th minute as Chelsea beat Aston Villa 4‑1 at Stamford Bridge. The win moved the club past Liverpool into fifth place, securing a spot in next season’s European competition.

Meanwhile, Fulham were beaten 0‑1 by West Ham, with Crysencio Summerville scoring the only goal. West Ham remain in the relegation zone with nine games left, while Fulham sit in tenth place.