Chelsea FC will face Newcastle United in a Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, 27 October 2024, with the match set to kick off at 14:00. Chelsea comes into this game following a convincing 4-1 victory over Panathinaikos Athens in the Uefa Europa Conference League. Meanwhile, Newcastle United will be looking to build on their recent 1-0 win against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League.
Live online and TV broadcast of Chelsea FC vs Newcastle United in the UK
The match between Chelsea FC and Newcastle United can be watched in the United Kingdom on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.
Summary and predictions for Chelsea FC vs Newcastle United
Bookmakers predict a 50.74% chance of a win for Chelsea FC, a 24.62% chance of a draw, and a 24.64% chance of a win for Newcastle United. The odds from bet365 are 1.73 for Chelsea FC, 4.33 for a draw, and 4.2 for Newcastle United.
Chelsea FC Recent Matches
Chelsea FC has shown a mixed performance in their recent matches. In the UEFA Europa Conference League, they secured a convincing 4-1 victory against Panathinaikos Athens, demonstrating their strength in European competitions. However, in the Premier League, they faced a setback with a 2-1 loss to Liverpool FC, indicating challenges when facing top-tier domestic opponents. Their home performance in the Premier League has been relatively stable, with a 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest and a solid 4-2 win over Brighton & Hove Albion, showcasing their ability to score but also highlighting some defensive vulnerabilities. In cup competitions, Chelsea FC has been dominant, particularly in the EFL Cup where they achieved a commanding 5-0 victory over Barrow AFC. Additionally, in the UEFA Europa Conference League, they managed a 4-2 win against KAA Gent at home, further emphasizing their attacking prowess. Overall, Chelsea's recent results reflect a strong offensive capability, especially in cup competitions, but they need to address defensive issues and improve consistency in the Premier League to maintain their competitive edge.
Newcastle United Summary of Recent Matches
In recent away matches, Newcastle United has shown a mixed performance. They secured a narrow victory against Brighton & Hove Albion with a 1-0 win, demonstrating their ability to clinch crucial points away from home. However, their match against Everton ended in a goalless draw, indicating a solid defensive performance but a lack of offensive breakthrough. In the EFL Cup, Newcastle managed a 1-0 win against AFC Wimbledon, showcasing their capability to progress in cup competitions despite not playing at home. In the Premier League, Newcastle's away form has been inconsistent. They achieved a commendable 1-1 draw against Manchester City, a strong team, which highlights their resilience against top-tier opposition. However, they faced a setback with a 3-1 defeat to Fulham FC, suggesting vulnerabilities in their defense. Earlier, they had a successful outing against Wolverhampton Wanderers, winning 2-1, which reflects their potential to secure victories on the road. Overall, Newcastle United's recent away results depict a team capable of both strong defensive displays and occasional offensive prowess, yet still struggling with consistency.
Match history between Chelsea FC and Newcastle United
In the head-to-head encounters between Chelsea FC and Newcastle United, Chelsea has emerged as the more dominant team, securing a total of six victories out of twelve matches. Chelsea's performance is notably strong at home, where they have won four times, and they have also managed to secure two victories as the visiting team. This indicates a well-rounded ability to perform both at Stamford Bridge and away. On the other hand, Newcastle United has achieved three wins, all of which occurred when they played at home, highlighting a struggle to secure victories when playing away. The teams have also drawn three times, suggesting that while Chelsea generally has the upper hand, Newcastle has been able to hold them to a stalemate on several occasions. The most recent match saw Chelsea narrowly defeating Newcastle with a 3-2 scoreline, further solidifying their superior head-to-head record.
Standings Chelsea FC vs Newcastle United
Chelsea FC is currently in 6th position, while Newcastle United holds the 9th position in the standings.
