CHELSEA are looking to build on the performance that saw them secure three points in a 3-0 win against Burnley last weekend.
With momentum on their side Frank Lampard’s men will be looking to press on in a bid to catch third place Leicester City.
Chelsea hit their stride with a 3-0 win over Burnley Saturday 11.Credit: Rex Features
Meanwhile, Steve Bruce is left frustrated as his ever growing injury bench gains two more recruits as Paul Dummett and Dwight Gayle limped off in the first half of their 1-1 draw with Wolves.
Cause for concern as Steve Bruce loses two more to injuryCredit: Rex Features
What time is kick-off?
Newcastle welcome Chelsea to St James’ Park on Saturday 18.
Kick-off is at 5:30pm.
What TV channel is it on and can I live stream it?
This match will be shown live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event, with coverage underway from 5pm.
Sky Sports customers can live stream the action via the app on their computer, mobile and tablet devices.
Alternatively, you can purchase a Sky Sports Day Pass from NowTV for £9.99.
What is the team news?
Goals look to be on the agenda at St James Park and Toon fans will be hoping Joelinton now goes on a scoring run.
Andy Carroll is a doubt, but the club record signing and Fabian Schar are now available.
N’Golo Kante has a hamstring issue and is a major doubt for Lampard’s side, who have no new injury problems.
Marcos Alonso could return at left-back, but Christian Pulisic remains on the sidelines.
This is how SunSport reckons Chelsea could line up at Newcastle on Saturday
Match odds
- Newcastle to win – 5/1
- Chelsea to win – 13/25
- Match to be a draw – 7/2
*All odds correct at time of publication
Previous results
On Saturday October 19, 2019, Newcastle were beaten by Marcos Alonso’s second half strike at Stamford Bridge.
The Magpies battled hard, threatening to cause something of an upset as they brought the game to Lampard’s men in the first 10 minutes.
But, it was their lack of aim that failed to impact the game as Newcastle were unable to get a shot on target – something Bruce’s team must improve if they are looking for a result this weekend.
As to what to expect from their upcoming clash? A strong start from the magpies, pressuring the blues back line with Miguel Almiron running hard at their defence.
While Lampard is likely to ask his players to maintain the brisk tempo that we saw against Burnley last weekend.
Specifically looking for Ross Barkley and Jorginho to provide their impressive cross pitch play that will open the space for Tammy Abraham and Callum Hudson-Odoi to cause chaos upfront.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
