Chelsea host Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge on Monday. These clubs will look to secure three points as they look to put up a fight in contention for the Premier League title. The points will play an important role in helping them rise in the ranks of the table.
Enzo Maresca’s men would particularly look to get back to their winning ways in the English League. They put in more than a good performance against Liverpool at the Anfield Stadium. The Blues fell just short of defeating the Reds at home as the scoreline ended in the favor of Liverpool at 2-1.
Liverpool were quick to open the scoring when a penalty was awarded in favor of the hosts in the 29th minute. Mohammed Salah pounced on this chance and found the back of the net. The second goal for the Reds was scored by Curtis Jones who also won the penalty decision for the first goal.
There was a glimmer of hope when Chelsea scored an equalizer after halftime. Nicolas Jackson was the goal scorer which equalized the score. This goal was initially ruled offside but awarded after a VAR check which had the players and fans ecstatic.
Newcastle United have started their campaign with an average form. They have won three and lost 3 out of their 8 Premier league games. A win away against Chelsea will boost the team’s confidence. If they manage to acquire points at the Stamford Bridge it will register a shock.
How will the two teams line up?
There is a mere gap of two points between Chelsea and Newcastle United. This match will be crucial in deciding who will rise up in the Premier League table. The Blues currently sit in the 7th position of the Premier League table with 14 points.
Chelsea are on a six-beaten unbeaten streak at home. Eddie Howe’s men will look to breach the Blue wall at the Stamford Bridge. The Blues have started their season strong under the new manager Enzo Maresca. The Italian has managed to control and regulate his team’s tactics which have often turned out in favour of the club.
Reece James surprisingly started for Chelsea on his return to action for the club in the game against Liverpool. He will most likely be part of the squad alongside Marc Cucurella and Wesley Fofana who will return from domestic suspensions. Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho and Nicolas Jackson will surely start from Enzo Maresca’s 11.
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has confirmed that Callum Wilson will be out of the Sunday game due to stiffness. Sven Botman and Kieren Trippier will also be on the sidelines. Dan Burn is expected to return from an injury sustained in the match against Brighton.
Newcastle United legend shares his prediction on Chelsea vs the Magpies
There is a mere gap of two points between Chelsea and Newcastle United. This match will be crucial in deciding who will rise up in the Premier League table. The Blues currently sit in the 7th position of the Premier League table with 14 points
Chelsea are favorites to win this face-off at home. Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has predicted that the Magpies will cause the Blues a problem and the match could end in a draw. While talking to the Metro he said-
“Newcastle can get something at Stamford Bridge with another week of training and no midweek game”.
It will be a tough battle for the Blues to get three points at home. The Magpies will arrive with a ruthless attitude. Chelsea will not look to give up easy goals and will look more confident as the match is set at their home.
Enzo Maresca is confident that his men will come out on top against the Magpies. The club’s top scorer Cole Palmer will start in the squad and will look to add to his scoring tally. The result of this match can put Chelsea in contention for winning the Premier League title.
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