2020-21 Premier League – Chelsea vs Newcastle Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Chelsea vs Newcastle kick off? Monday 15th February, 2021 – 20:00 (UK)
Where is Chelsea vs Newcastle being played? Stamford Bridge, London
Where can I get tickets for Chelsea vs Newcastle? Some clubs can now have some fans back in their stadiums so it is worth checking official club websites for the latest updates on the ticket situation
What TV channel is Chelsea vs Newcastle on in the UK? Sky Sports
Where can I stream Chelsea vs Newcastle in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match live via Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
CHELSEA
PREDICTED XI (3-4-3): Mendy; Azpilicueta, Zouma, Rudiger; James, Kante, Kovacic, Chilwell; Ziyech, Giroud, Pulisic
UNAVAILABLE: Thiago Silva (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE: Havertz (Injured), Christensen (Illness)
NEWCASTLE
PREDICTED XI (4-3-1-2): Darlow; Krafth, Clark, Dummett, Lewis; Willock, Hayden, Shelvey; Almiron; Gayle, Saint-Maximin
UNAVAILABLE: Hendrick (Suspended), Manquillo (Injured), Schar (Injured), Wilson (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE: Lascelles (Injured), Fernandez (Injured)
THE PREDICTION
Following a hard fought 1-2 win away at Sheffield Utd last weekend, Chelsea have now picked up ten points from 12 under new boss Thomas Tuchel, including victories in each of their last four games in all competitions. The German will be eager to continue the positive start with his new club at home to Newcastle, who themselves picked up three points last time out in the Premier League after a 3-2 triumph over Southampton in which the Magpies ended the game with nine men. Such a huge effort from Steve Bruce’s side is likely to have taken a huge toll on them physically and with a number of injury blows including the absence of striker Callum Wilson through a hamstring tear, this looks a daunting task for them. Chelsea look set to take advantage and the Blues should not only win this match, but also continue their run of having not conceded a goal at Stamford Bridge under Tuchel’s stewardship.
