Newcastle have won each of their last three home games against Chelsea, including a EFL Cup win in October, seeking four successive victories over the Blues on Tyneside for the first time since 1982.
These two sides kick off level on 63 points, making this a key clash in the race for Champions League qualification. Newcastle start the day above their visitors by virtue of goals scored, having netted just four more to date, despite only managing a draw at Brighton last Sunday, with Alexander Isak's very late spot-kick salvaging a share of the spoils in Sussex.
Nevertheless, before this, Eddie Howe's team had won six of their last seven matches, so remain in a good position to secure a top five finish.
Newcastle United vs Chelsea preview
After this, the Magpies' final two matches are Arsenal (A) and then Everton (H), requiring seven points from these three fixtures to guarantee Champions League qualification. Thus, a victory here would represent a gigantic step towards ensuring they'll be back in Europe's top-tier tournament.
The same can be said of Chelsea, who massively boosted their own top five chances by defeating champions Liverpool 3-1 last Sunday. The Reds were very much on the proverbial beach at Stamford Bridge, but the Blues took full advantage, with Enzo Fernández breaking the deadlock inside two and a half minutes, before Cole Palmer made the points secure by converting a stoppage time penalty.
Then, on Thursday, Enzo Maresca's team rubber stamped their place in the Conference League Final, with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall the only scorer to complete a 5-1 aggregate rout against Djurgårdens. They'll now face Real Betis in Wrocław on 28 May, massive favourites to capture silverware.
Back in the Premier League, Chelsea still have work to do to make sure of a Champions League return, especially given that their final two fixtures are Manchester United (H) and Nottingham Forest (A), the latter could prove to be a straight-shootout for fifth. Thus, this noon kick off on Tyneside on Sunday could be pivotal for both, so who will collect three precious points?
Newcastle United vs Chelsea head-to-head Record
- Matches Played: 178.
- Newcastle United Wins: 57. Draws: 40. Chelsea Wins: 81.
Newcastle United team news
Eddie Howe's team have had a full week to prepare for this clash, with could be very helpful. He's still without Lewis Hall and Joelinton, but fit-again Sven Botman came off the bench at Brighton, so could he start for the first time since 5 February following a broken kneecap?
Newcastle United predicted lineup vs Chelsea: (4-3-3): Pope; Trippier, Schär, Burn, Livramento; Tonali, Guimarães, Willock; Murphy, Barnes, Isak.
Newcastle United player to watch vs Chelsea
Alexander Isak now has 27 goals to his name this season, scoring during each of his last four meetings with Chelsea, so can he continue this streak?
Chelsea team news
4-1 up from the first leg in Stockholm, Enzo Maresca heavily rotated on Thursday, but all his key players will be back in for this one. Marc Cucurella and Reece James are the only regulars who started against Djurgårdens; Trevoh Chalobah and Levi Colwill will rekindle their centre-back duo.
Meantime, Moisés Caicedo could once again be deployed at right-back, allowing Roméo Lavia to partner Enzo Fernández at the base of midfield; the Belgian has been so impressive since returning following a thigh issue. Wesley Fofana, Christopher Nkunku and Marc Guiu remain sidelined.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs Newcastle United: (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; Caicedo, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernández, Lavia, Madueke, Palmer, Neto; Jackson.
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Nicolas Jackson's return to fitness has been a key factor behind the Blues' resuregence, so can he add to his 12 goals this season, having netted during his last two meetings with Newcastle?
Newcastle United vs Chelsea prediction
We are backing Newcastle for victory, expecting that the Magpies will make home advantage count, given Chelsea's generally miserable record agains the top seven: Newcastle United 2-1 Chelsea.
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How to watch Newcastle United vs Chelsea on TV
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How to watch Newcastle United vs Chelsea on live stream
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What is the date and kick-off time for Newcastle United vs Chelsea?
Newcastle United vs Chelsea takes place on Sunday 11 May 2025, with kick off at 12:00 (BST), 7:00 (EDT) & 4:00 (PDT).