Chelsea vs Newcastle United: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :March 9, 2024 at 6:23 PM

Modified at :March 9, 2024 at 6:23 PM

The Magpies won the reverse fixture strongly with a 4-1 scoreline

The Mauricio Pochettino led Chelsea side are currently in a humble position in the Premier League. 10 wins and 6 draws after 26 league fixtures keeps the Blues very far off from European places while they linger in mid-table. In the last two league games, the Stamford Bridge hosts settled for draws respectively to Manchester City and Brentford.

Newcastle United are in a better league position than their upcoming opponents. A collaborative effort of 12 wins and 4 draws sees them stand in 8th place in the division. Still, the Magpies are currently 10 points below the club in the final European competition spot. After a 4-1 thrashing by Arsenal, Eddie Howe’s side responded with a 3-0 win to Wolves.

Kick-Off:

Monday, 11 March 2024 at 8:00 PM UK

Tuesday, 12 March 2024 at 1:30 AM IST

Location: Stamford Bridge

Form

Chelsea (in all competitions): D-W-L-D-W

Newcastle United (in all competitions): W-W-L-D-W

Players to Watch

Cole Palmer (Chelsea)

Even though Chelsea have a talented group of players, this particular 21-year-old stands out. Former Manchester City youth product and player has scored 10 goals this league season for Chelsea. Cole Palmer who moved to the Blues this season is having a fantastic time. Palmer even linked up with his teammates to provide 7 assists.

Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United)

Anthony Gordon scored the second goal in the 3-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers. That goal brings his season tally to 9 goals after 26 appearances in the English first-tier competition. Gordon’s creativity has also been rewarded with 6 assists.

Match Facts

In the reverse fixture, Newcastle dominated to win 4-1 at St. James’ Park
The visitors have conceded the second-highest number of goals in away games out of all PL clubs this season
The hosts are on an undefeated run of 3 league games

Injury & Team News

Carney Chukwuemeka will be available. The likes of Benoit Badiashile, Ben Chilwell, Levi Colwill, Wesley Fofana, Reece James, Romeo Lavia, Christopher Nkunku and Lesley Ugochukwu will not be available to feature at least in this game. Conor Gallagher is sick, he will be assessed before the game.

Visitors will have to do without Kieran Trippier. Trippier has calf trouble. As Lewis Hall is on loan from parent club Chelsea, he won’t be allowed to face them as per Premier League rule. Long-term injuries will keep Callum Wilson, Joelinton and goalkeeper Nick Pope out of action.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 175

Chelsea wins – 79

Newcastle United wins – 56

Draws – 40

Predicted Lineup

Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Petrovic (GK); Gusto, Disasi, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Palmer, Gallagher, Sterling; Jackson

Newcastle United predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Dubravka (GK); Livramento, Schar, Botman, Burn; Longstaff, Guimaraes, Willock; Murphy, Isak, Gordon

Match Prediction for Chelsea vs Newcastle United

After a 4-1 humiliation by Newcastle in the league, Chelsea met them in the EFL Cup quarter-finals. After a 1-1 draw they enjoyed progress by penalties in the penalty shootout. Even though the Blues are plagued with injuries they do have a home advantage. Both sides could end up settling for a draw.

Prediction: Chelsea 2-2 Newcastle United

Telecast for Chelsea vs Newcastle United

India – Star Sports, Disney+ Hotstar

UK – Sky Sports, TNT Sports, Amazon Prime Video

US – NBC, USA Network, Peacock

Nigeria – SuperSport, NTA, Canal+ Afrique

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