Newcastle versus Chelsea Preview: Anticipated Matchup, Forecasts, and Optimal Wagers
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Get ready for an exciting battle! Newcastle and Chelsea go head-to-head in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night. These two squared off on the weekend, with Chelsea taking home a narrow 2-1 victory at Stamford Bridge. Historically, the Magpies have managed to win seven out of their last 11 home games against the Blues.
Newcastle on a Slide
Things aren't looking too rosy for Eddie Howe's side right now. They've managed just a single win in their last six fixtures. The season began strongly for the team, with a hat-trick of victories in their first four league matches. Even a disappointing 3-1 loss at Fulham couldn't dampen their spirits, as they bounced back with a solid 1-1 draw against Manchester City.
However, things have taken a turn for the worse. A 0-0 draw at Everton saw them miss a precious penalty, and a 1-0 home loss to Brighton followed despite recording 21 shots and 2.02 xG. In their most recent outing, they copped a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Chelsea, with their possession advantage in the second half translating to only a single shot on target.
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Team News
Newcastle could make a few tweaks to their starting lineup, but they're likely to field a more formidable XI than Chelsea. Joe Willock and Sean Longstaff could find themselves back in the midfield, while Lloyd Kelly and Emil Krafth are options to refresh the defense. If fit, Callum Wilson may feature, and Miguel Almiron should add firepower to the attack.
Motivation
The Toon are eager to lift a trophy but won't want to expend too much energy ahead of a weekend clash with Arsenal. Expect a high-energy performance from Newcastle, fueled by the home crowd's support for the evening kick-off.
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Chelsea's Run
The Blues have only tasted defeat once in their last ten games across all competitions. Their recent highlights include a 3-0 win at West Ham and a 4.16 xG performance in a 4-2 home victory over Brighton. A 1-1 draw at home to Nottingham Forest was followed by their most recent setback: a 2-1 loss at Liverpool, despite controlling 58% of the possession.
Last week, Chelsea dominated Panathinaikos in Athens, securing a 4-1 victory. They notched a 2-1 win against Newcastle on the weekend, managing 17 shots while limiting their opponents to a mere single attempt on target in the second half.
Team News
Enzo Maresca is expected to make sweeping changes to his starting lineup. Tosin Adarabioyo, Renato Veiga, and Marc Cucurella are likely to start in defense, with Reece James taking a breather. Enzo Fernandez could be given a starting berth after warming the bench in the last two league games.
In attack, the likes of Christopher Nkunku, Jadon Sancho, Joao Felix, and Mykhailo Mudryk could all get game time. Cole Palmer is set to come off the bench, with his absence from Europe action this season made up for in this game.
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Motivation
The Blues see the Carabao Cup as a winnable competition, though a weekend outing to Manchester United takes precedence. Chelsea will attack aggressively, aiming to secure the victory within the 90 minutes. However, they're also ready to sit back and defend a lead, making use of the counterattacking opportunities that arise.
Key Stats
- Newcastle has won 7 out of their last 11 home games against Chelsea.
- Newcastle has only claimed a single win in their last six matches (scoring just four goals in the process).
- Chelsea has netted 25 goals in their last 10 matches (across all competitions).
- Chelsea has won five out of six away league matches.
Star Man
Chelsea's Nkunku has found the back of the net eight times this season, achieving a goal every 65 minutes on average.
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Verdict
Embrace the action! This match promises to be an exhilarating encounter, with both teams showcasing impressive form. The Magpies' strong record at home against Chelsea, combined with potential heavy rotation from the Blues, suggests a possible win for Newcastle.
**Best Bet: Both Teams to Score + Over 2.5 goals at 1.90**
**Value Bet: Newcastle win at 2.45**
**Goalscorer Tip: Nkunku to score anytime at 2.80**
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James O'Connor
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- Newcastle United, despite their recent struggles, have a historic advantage against Chelsea, having won seven out of their last 11 home games against the Blues.
- The Magpies are aiming for a trophy win but must balance their energy for the upcoming clash with Arsenal. A high-energy performance is expected from the home team.
- Chelsea, on the other hand, have only tasted defeat once in their last ten games across all competitions, with their recent performances showing impressive form.
- The Blues are viewing the Carabao Cup as a winnable competition, but they are ready to defend a lead and utilize counterattacking opportunities against Newcastle.
- Both teams are expected to showcase an exhilarating encounter, with potential heavy rotation from Chelsea hinting at a possible win for Newcastle.
- Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku, who has scored eight goals this season, is the standout player to watch for his goal-scoring threat in this match.
