Newcastle United vs Chelsea FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Newcastle United vs Chelsea FC Match Prediction & Analysis

With Champions League qualification firmly in their sights, fourth-placed Newcastle United host fifth-placed Chelsea in a crucial Premier League encounter at St James' Park. Newcastle, level on points with Chelsea but ahead on goal difference, will aim to widen the gap over sixth-placed Nottingham Forest. 

Chelsea, fresh from securing a Conference League final spot and a recent dominant win over Liverpool, are eager for a Champions League return but face a tricky away trip. Both teams are in good form, setting the stage for a potentially season-defining clash in the race for top-four. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Newcastle United Preview

Newcastle United, currently fourth in the Premier League with 19 wins and 10 defeats in 35 matches, have shown strong home form, winning their last five league fixtures at St James' Park and scoring 18 goals in the process. This contributes to their impressive home record of 11 wins this season, where they have netted 38 goals – only Liverpool and Manchester City have scored more at home.

Key player Alexander Isak has been in outstanding form for Newcastle, scoring 23 goals in 32 appearances. Newcastle's overall attack has been potent, scoring 66 goals this season (1.89 per match) with 158 shots on target. Defensively, they have conceded 45 goals and kept 12 clean sheets. 

Newcastle are hopeful that Kieran Trippier and Fabian Schar will be fit despite concerns in the Brighton draw. However, Joelinton is likely out for the season, joining long-term absentees Jamaal Lascelles and Lewis Hall. Matt Targett is also expected to miss out. Alexander Isak is in good form with goals in three of his last four games. 

Newcastle United Probable Starting Lineup: Pope (GK); Trippier, Schar, Burn, Livramento; Guimaraes, Tonali, Willock; Murphy, Isak, Gordon

Chelsea FC Preview

Chelsea face a challenging end to the season, with two of their final three matches against top-six opponents. They currently sit fifth, two points ahead of Nottingham Forest, whom they face in their final game. Despite a recent run of three league wins, including a 3-1 victory over Liverpool, Chelsea's away form has been inconsistent, with seven wins and six losses, and they only collected six points from their last nine away league matches.

However, Chelsea's overall season record stands at 18 wins and 8 losses in 35 games, and they have a decent scoring record with 62 goals (1.77 per match). Defensively, they have conceded 41 goals and kept nine clean sheets. Cole Palmer has been their standout attacker with 15 goals and 8 assists. After a post-Christmas dip, Chelsea have shown resurgence with their recent winning streak, aiming to secure a Champions League spot after a two-season absence. 

Chelsea, despite reaching the Conference League final, are fully focused on securing a Champions League spot, treating every league game like a final. 1  They are expected to rotate their squad significantly against Newcastle, potentially making up to eight changes. Marc Guiu might return to the bench, while Wesley Fofana and Aaron Anselmino are out. 

Chelsea Probable Starting Lineup: Sanchez (GK); Caicedo, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; Lavia, Fernandez; Neto, Palmer, Madueke; Jackson

NEWCASTLE UNITED vs CHELSEA FC
Winning Prediction

Given Newcastle's strong home form, their recent victories against Chelsea at St James' Park, and Chelsea's away struggles, we back Newcastle United to win. Furthermore, with Alexander Isak in excellent goal-scoring form, including a good record against Chelsea, we also back him to score a goal in the match.

Newcastle United to Win (3-1)

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