Chelsea vs Newcastle prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups - October 27, 2024
One of the standout fixtures in the 9th round of the English Premier League will take place at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, where Chelsea hosts Newcastle. Here’s the expert forecast from the Dailysports team.
Chelsea
The Blues are struggling to string consecutive Premier League wins together. In their last match, Enzo Maresca’s side fell 1-2 to Liverpool at Anfield, following a 1-1 home draw with Nottingham Forest. Notably, the loss to Liverpool ended Chelsea's six-match unbeaten league run (4 wins and 2 draws).
These two setbacks have pushed Chelsea down to sixth in the standings, though the gap to the top four is just three points, leaving plenty of opportunities ahead. Additionally, Chelsea has only one home win from four games, accumulating just five points at Stamford Bridge. However, on Thursday, the Blues showcased strong form in Europe, convincingly defeating Panathinaikos 4-1 in Greece during the Europa League.
Newcastle
The Magpies have slipped to ninth in the table, trailing Chelsea by two points. Eddie Howe's side has been unable to secure a victory in their last four league outings, drawing with Manchester City (1-1) and Everton (0-0) while losing to Fulham (1-3) and Brighton (0-1).
Newcastle has also failed to score in their past two games — a first since March 2023. Overall, their scoring efficiency has been modest this season, with an average of two goals per match. In their last 25 away league games, Newcastle has only won seven, with just one victory coming against a team in the upper half of the standings.
Match Facts
- In their last five encounters, both teams have scored in each match.
- Only two of the past five fixtures have gone over 2.5 goals.
- Three of Newcastle's last four matches have featured no more than one goal.
H2H
Last season, each team won at home — 3-2 in London and 4-1 in Newcastle. They also clashed in the League Cup quarterfinals, where Chelsea emerged victorious in a penalty shootout.
Probable Lineups
- Chelsea: Sánchez, Veiga, Colwill, Adarabioyo, Gusto, Fernández, Caicedo, Sancho, Palmer, Madueke, Jackson
- Newcastle: Pope, Livramento, Schär, Burn, Hall, Tonali, Guimarães, Joelinton, Murphy, Gordon, Barnes
Prediction
Chelsea has been strong at home this season, with their only loss coming against Manchester City. We predict a Chelsea win, with odds of 1.80.
