Newcastle vs Chelsea: Match Preview & predictions
Newcastle vs Chelsea: Match Preview & predictions. Newcastle United and Chelsea meet again for the second time this week, and the Magpies will be looking to take their revenge on the Blues this Wednesday when they host them in the Carabao Cup fourth round.
The Magpies fell to defeat in Sunday’s Premier League meeting with the Blues, losing 2-1 at Stamford Bridge following a sublime Cole Palmer‘s second-half strike. However, Newcastle, who were also beaten by Chelsea in last season’s Carabao Cup quarter-final, do have a home advantage on this occasion.
Notably, Chelsea’s last visit to St James’ Park was certainly one to forget. Mauricio Pochettino’s side lost 4-1 on Tyneside, as captain Reece James was also shown a red card in a second-half collapse.
The Blues go into this tie in much stronger form than their Wednesday opponents, however, with just one defeat in their previous ten outings. The weekend victory over Newcastle has lifted Enzo Maresca‘s men to fifth in the table and the Italian will be keen to help Chelsea reach a second successive Carabao Cup final.
Here is how we preview Chelsea’s Carabao Cup trip to Newcastle.
What time does Newcastle vs Chelsea kick-off?
Location: Newcastle, England
Stadium: St James’ Park
Date: Wednesday 30 October
Kick-off time: 19:45 GMT / 15:45 ET / 12:45 PT
Referee: Chris Kavanagh
VAR: Not in use
Newcastle vs Chelsea H2H Record (Last Five Games)
Newcastle: 1 win
Chelsea: 3 wins
Draws: 1
Last meeting: Chelsea 2-1 Newcastle (27 October 2024) – Premier League
Newcastle team news;
Newcastle are fretting over the availability of Anthony Gordon ahead of Wednesday’s clash after the England international sustained a groin injury that ruled him out of the weekend trip to west London. Eddie Howe has claimed “there is a chance” that he features in the Carabao Cup.
Young Lewis Miley could also be available on Wednesday after a long spell on the sidelines. The teenager has made the bench in the last two matches after not featuring since the FA Cup clash with Manchester City back in March.
The Magpies are still struggling in defence with Jamaal Lascelles, Sven Botman and Kieran Trippier all out. Matt Target is likely unavailable too and Martin Dubravka is doubtful with a knee injury.
Callum Wilson has missed the entirety of the 2024/25 season thus far and is likely to return after the November international break. The striker’s absence means that Alexander Isak may not be allowed a rest midweek.
Newcastle predicted lineup vs Chelsea
Newcastle (4-3-3): Vlachodimos; Livramento, Schar, Kelly, Hall; Longstaff, Guimaraes, Willock; Murphy, Isak, Barnes.
Chelsea team news;
With almost an entirely fit squad at his disposal, Maresca has plenty of options when it comes to rotating his side from Sunday’s victory. The former Leicester City coach can field a second XI full of elite talent.
Up top, the likes of Christopher Nkunku, Joao Felix and Mykhailo Mudryk are likely to feature as they continue to impress in the cup competitions for Chelsea. Jadon Sancho could be in the starting lineup after losing his place to Pedro Neto at the weekend.
Enzo Fernandez and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall will anchor the midfield, while Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Cucurella and back-up goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen may all feature in the backline.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs Newcastle
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Jorgensen; Gusto, Tosin, Veiga, Cucurella; Fernandez, Dewsbury-Hall; Sancho, Felix, Mudryk; Nkunku.
Newcastle vs Chelsea score prediction;
Newcastle’s persistent injuries and Chelsea’s ability to name a remarkable second XI side, make the Blues favourites for this one, although the match-up could depend on how strong Howe’s lineup is at St James’ Park.
Regardless, Chelsea’s alternate XI have started on a strong foot, and has been remarkable in the Europa Conference League and also shone in the Carabao Cup third round, boasting an array of attacking stars. The Blues will always surrender chances but their offensive firepower should see off Newcastle.
