Newcastle host Chelsea on Saturday as both teams look to kick off the festive period.
watch — Newcastle v Chelsea
Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United beat Fulham 2-1 in midweek to reach the Carabao Cup semi-finals, but they Lost 0-1 to arch-rivals Sunderland last weekend and is located in the lower half of the form. But such is the nature of a crowded table and a few wins over the festive period would see Newcastle move into the European fold. They’re certainly capable of doing that, but there’s a ruthless edge that’s been missing this season.
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Chelsea also beat third-tier side Cardiff City in midweek to reach the Carabao Cup semi-finals, but scrutiny surrounding their manager Enzo Maresca is the current talking point. after them Last weekend’s home win over Everton Maresca, completely unconsciously, described the previous few days as ‘The worst 48 hours’ of his time at Chelsea. He said that was because he and his players were not being supported. But given multiple opportunities with the media, he did not clarify who he was referring to but said he was happy with the fans. It has caused a series of troubles off the pitch, with Chelsea already eight points adrift at the top of the table after a string of poor results in December. They need a positive holiday moment to get themselves back into the headline conversation.
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How to watch Newcastle vs Chelsea live, live stream link and start time
tee time: Saturday, 7:30 a.m. ET (December 20)
site: St James’ Park – Newcastle
TV channel:USA
streaming media: Watch live on NBC.com
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Newcastle United News, Focus
Yoane Wissa has returned from injury and scored in the midweek win over Fulham in a huge boost for the Magpies. Goalkeeper Nick Pope remains sidelined and Newcastle are thin at the back, with Dan Byrne joining Sven Botman, Kieran Trippier and Emile Kraft on the injury list. We expect Tonali, Waltermade, Gordon and Elanga to come on as substitutes in the Carabao Cup win over Fulham.
Chelsea news, highlights
The Blues are without Romeo Lavia, Estevo, Liam Delap and Dario Esugo through injury, while Maresca was brought into the rotation during the midweek Carabao Cup win. Cole Palmer, who scored against Everton last weekend, will start as Chelsea’s entire attacking unit performs better with him in the team.
Newcastle vs Chelsea Prediction
It always seems like a tough game for Chelsea but I’ll help them get a big win. Newcastle 1-3 Chelsea.