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Newcastle United vs. Chelsea FC
On Matchday 10, the Premier League is set for a clash that could become a regular top-of-the-table fixture in the near future. Newcastle United, who were recently sold to Saudi Arabian investors, are challenging the rest of the league with a lot of new capital, but for the time being they have to overcome their current sporting crisis. On Saturday at 4 p.m., the Magpies will face a very unfavourable opponent, Champions League winners and league leaders Chelsea FC. In the following Newcastle vs. Chelsea tip, you can find out whether we have any confidence in Newcastle in this match.
Newcastle are in penultimate place in the Premier League after nine games with just four points, only Norwich are currently worse. The team from the north-east of England has yet to win a game this season and is consequently in the midst of a relegation battle. Chelsea, on the other hand, are continuing their strong form under Thomas Tuchel and are enthroned at the top of the Premier League with 22 points. Chasing Liverpool, however, are just one point behind in second place.
Newcastle – Chelsea info
– Date & Time: 30/10/2021, at 16:00.
– Venue: Newcastle, St. James Park
– Competition: Premier League, Matchday 10
– TV coverage: Sky
Newcastle Form & Balance Check
Newcastle United have made a disastrous start to the new season. The Magpies are still winless after nine games and have the second worst defence in the league. They have lost five of their games so far this season and drawn four others. The squad, which is actually well-stocked, has once again been unable to fulfil its potential, resulting in a disappointing penultimate place and the associated fears of relegation. In the last game, after two previous defeats, they at least got a point with a 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace.
Who will succeed Steve Bruce?
Recently, after a long wait, the club was finally sold, Saudi Arabian investors seized the opportunity and now want to take the club to the top of the Premier League with a lot of capital. It quickly became clear that this would not happen with Steve Bruce as coach. Last week his contract was terminated by mutual consent and former Roma coach Paulo Fonseca is probably the hottest contender for the post. Against Crystal Palace, the team was coached by interim coach Graeme Jones.
Newcastle facts & analysis
– Second from last in the table
– Not yet won
– Last game played 1-1 against Crystal Palace
Chelsea form & balance check
The Blues have made a tremendous start to the new season and are currently rewarding themselves with a place at the top of the table. They finished their first eight competitive games with seven wins and one draw, followed by their only defeats of the season against top two teams Juventus Torino and Manchester City. Both ended with 0:1 as close as possible. Chelsea responded superbly, winning all of their last five competitive games. In their last league game, they thrashed promoted Norwich 7-0, then beat Southampton on penalties in the League Cup during the week.
Havertz helps out as striker
Currently, however, Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel is plagued by a number of injury concerns. Especially in attack the shoe pinches, here with Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner missing the two skilled strikers in the squad. It is possible, however, that Kai Havertz, who has been struggling lately, will be called upon, as he is versatile in the attack and can also play centrally up front. The German international started up front against Norwich and Southampton and also scored a goal in the cup game.
Chelsea facts & analysis
– Lead the table
– 5 wins in a row
– Best defence in the league
– Only lost one league game
Predicted lineup – last update on 28 Oct 2021
Newcastle’s interim coach Jones went for a five-man backline against Crystal Palace, something that should be on offer again against the big favourites from London. Willock and Almiron are options in midfield, Joelinton for the forward line. Here, however, fast counterattacking players are needed for the time being with Saint-Maximin and Wilson. Chelsea are likely to rotate back after the cup match against Southampton and bring the strongest eleven. Should Christensen and Azpilicueta not be fit in time after their injuries, Chalobah and James will start.
Newcastle – Chelsea Direct comparison & Statistics
Newcastle and Chelsea have duelled 146 times in their history in the Premier League and English Cup competitions. Overall, the advantage is on the Blues’ side, who have won 64 games. Newcastle have won 47 times and 35 games have ended in draws. Last season, both duels went 2-0 to Chelsea.
– The most frequent result between Newcastle United and Chelsea FC is 0-1. 10 matches ended like this.
– The average number of goals in the first half in matches between Newcastle United and Chelsea FC is 1.
– Average goals scored in a clash between Newcastle United and Chelsea FC is 1.8.
– Last season Chelsea FC won both matches against Newcastle United (2-0 at home and 2-0 away).
