The two sides head into the break on level terms with Trezeguet's effort cancelling out Abraham's opener for Chelsea. The hosts boasted the best of the early chances and Abraham eventually made their pressure count in the 24th minute as he rose highest to nod home James' fine cross. Lampard's side then continued dominating play as the half developed, but they were pegged back when Trezeguet found the net in the 41st minute. El Mohamaday had whipped in a dangerous cross from the right wing, and it landed at the feet of Trezeguet who bundled it into the net before the interval.
Chelsea v Aston Villa Live Commentary, 12/4/19
