Chelsea host Newcastle in the Premier League on Sunday looking to respond to last weekend’s loss at Liverpool.
The West Londoners won plaudits for their performance in defeat at Anfield, as Chelsea boasted more possession than Liverpool and restricted the hosts to just eight shots on goal. However, Maresca will want to ensure positive performances turn into results as Chelsea look to secure a top-four finish.
The Blues bounced back with a comfortable win at Panathinaikos in the Europa Conference League on Thursday, as a second-string side triumphed 4-1 in Athens. Impressive performances from Mykhailo Mudryk, Joao Felix and Christopher Nkunku have added to Maresca’s selection headache.
Newcastle arrive at Stamford Bridge with their form having dipped from a strong start. Eddie Howe’s side are without a win in four Premier League game and have failed to score in their last two. The Magpies have also not won at Chelsea since 2012.
Chelsea vs Newcastle – Predicted lineup and team news
Chelsea team news
Chelsea could recall a host of names for this weekend’s clash having left several senior stars at home for the midweek trip to Greece.
Levi Colwill, Moises Caicedo, Nicolas Jackson, Reece James and Malo Gusto stayed at home, while Wesley Fofana, Romeo Lavia and Cole Palmer were not included having been omitted from the European squad for the group stage.
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Fofana and Marc Cucurella will return from suspension this weekend after missing the defeat at Liverpool.
Robert Sanchez’s recent form has raised concerns in goal, though the Spaniard is expected to get the nod over Filip Jorgensen.
Chelsea predicted lineup
Chelsea predicted XI: Sanchez; James, Fofana, Colwill, Gusto; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Sancho; Jackson.
When is Chelsea vs Newcastle?
Chelsea welcome Newcastle to Stamford Bridge on Sunday 27th October 2024. Kick-off in West London is 14:00 GMT.
What TV channel is Chelsea vs Newcastle?
The game will be shown live in the UK by Sky Sports, and is available via local Premier League TV rights holders in other countries.
