Our prediction for this Premier League match:
Expect an electrifying atmosphere at Stamford Bridge when Chelsea and Newcastle United go head to head in a highly-anticipated Premier League game. The Blues aim to make amends for a 2-1 loss to Liverpool and they are surely capable of matching Newcastle in front of home fans. Midfielder Enzo Fernandez is pushing for a start, while Cole Palmer is back after missing out the Conference League game against Panathinaikos due to ineligibility. Enzo Maresca should have a full squad to choose from.
The Magpies, on the other hand, failed to impress in a 1-0 loss to Brighton and seeing that Chelsea have been producing fine performances at home this term, home win should be considered. In their last meeting in London the Blues defeated the Magpies 3-2. Striker Callum Wilson is rated doubtful for the visiting side, while right-back Kieran Trippier remains in the recovery room.
Highlighted Team (Chelsea):
Over the years Chelsea have established themselves as one of the dominant forces in the English Premier League. Roberto Di Matteo helped the team win their first ever Champions League trophy (2011/2012), but it has to be noted that they were more than fortunate to beat Bayern Munich in the title game.
Chelsea have been playing at Stamford Bridge since 1876 and they are a real force to be reckoned with at home. The Blues have won seven FA Cups, five League Cups, two UEFA Cup Winners’ Cups and the UEFA Europa League. Rafael Benitez was in charge of the team that faced Benfica in the 2012/2013 Europa League final, with Branislav Ivanovic scoring the winner for the Blues in the title clash.
After lifting the 2014/2015 Premier League trophy, the Blues largely struggled in the next campaign, which saw Jose Mourinho’s second spell with the club come to an end, and Antoine Conte went over to take the reigns for the 2016/2017 season.