Newcastle United vs Chelsea Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Premier League

Newcastle United vs Chelsea Preview

• Tournament: Premier League
• Date: Sunday, 11 May 2025
• Kick-Off Time: 11 AM GMT
• Venue: St. James Park, Newcastle

Newcastle United and Chelsea will fight to gain an advantage in the 2024/25 Premier League's top-4 race in their upcoming meeting at St. James Park. The Newcastle United vs Chelsea clash will take place on Sunday, May 11, at 11 AM GMT.

Newcastle United hold a minor lead over the Blues in the top-4 race as they are currently on 63 points from 35 games, having scored more goals than the London club. The Magpies have won three of their last five Premier League games, and will be looking to return to winning ways after their recent draw against Brighton.

Eddie Howe's side boasts a solid home record, having won 11 of their 17 matches at St. James Park this season while scoring 38 goals. They look to keep that admirable run going with an explosive performance in front of their devoted supporters. They'll look to be fast and clinical in attack, and will also need to be at their resolute best to avoid being hit by a talented Blues side.

Chelsea have significantly improved their form in recent weeks, winning their last three league games, including one against champions Liverpool. This has propelled them to fifth place in the Premier League, as they're on 63 points from 35 games as well.

While a top-5 finish will secure Champions League football, Enzo Maresca is determined to get into the top-4. That is why Chelsea needs to approach this clash on the front foot and be decisive on the counter. This is bound to be an entertaining clash between two teams looking for UEFA Champions League qualification.

Newcastle United Team News

Eddie Howe is missing some important squad players heading into the clash. Lewis Hall (ankle), Matt Targett (thigh), Jamaal Lascelles (knee) and Joelinton (knee) are all sidelined. Fabian Schar (thigh) and Kieran Tripper (thigh) picked up injuries in the last game. They will need to pass a late fitness test to be available against Chelsea.

Chelsea Team News

Enzo Maresca has his share of headaches with injured players as well. Wesley Fofana (thigh) and Omari Kellyman (thigh) are both out for the rest of the season. Christopher Nkunku is also sidelined with a knock, while Mykhailo Mudryk remains suspended. Marc Guiu could return from injury for this game.

Newcastle United vs Chelsea Predicted Lineups

Newcastle United Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Nick Pope

Defenders: Kieran Trippier, Sven Botman, Dan Burn, Tino Livramento

Midfielders: Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes, Joe Willock

Forwards: Harvey Barnes, Anthony Gordon, Alexander Isak

Chelsea Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Robert Sanchez

Defenders: Moises Caicedo, Trevoh Chalobah, Levi Colwill, Marc Cucurella

Midfielders: Romeo Lavia, Enzo Fernandez, Cole Palmer

Forwards: Pedro Neto, Noni Madueke, Nicolas Jackson

Newcastle United vs Chelsea Head-to-Head Record

These two teams have faced each other 178 times in their history. Chelsea have won 81 games and Newcastle United have come out on top on 57 occasions. In the last five competitive matches, Chelsea have won three games and the Magpies have won twice.

Key Players to Watch in Newcastle United vs Chelsea

Alexander Isak (Newcastle United)

Alexander Isak is the major driving force for Newcastle United this season, overperforming his 20.07 xG with 23 goals in the Premier League. He's managed a 22% goal conversion rate and is flying high on momentum after goals in his last two games.

Isak will need to be loaded for a fiery display against Chelsea to help his side get a big win. He'll need to be clever with his movement and link-up play in the final third to disrupt the Blues' backline. Isak will try to get into the best positions in the box and needs to be spot-on with his finishing to help his side get a major result.

Cole Palmer (Chelsea)

Cole Palmer finally got back to scoring ways in the win over Liverpool. He's slightly underperformed his 16.56 xG with 15 goals in the Premier League, but at least has his mojo back for the final stretch of the season. Palmer will have to be at his decisive best to give his side a major advantage against the Magpies.

He'll need to be smart with his final third passes and will once again be the driving force behind his team. He will look to be unpredictable in sneaking into goal-scoring areas and put away chances clinically to help Chelsea pull off a memorable display at St. James Park.

Newcastle United vs Chelsea Prediction

With both sides flying high on momentum in terms of form, this should be a pretty tightly-contested affair. However, the sheer importance of a win for the two sides will ensure that the game is a dramatic, highly entertaining affair where a lot of events will take place.

The Magpies might have an impressive home record, but Chelsea's high confidence means they won't easily crumble. That is why we believe the game could end in an entertaining draw.

Predicted Score: Newcastle United 2-2 Chelsea

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