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Three days after facing off in the Premier League, the Magpies will host the Blues in an EFL Cup round of 16 clash on Wednesday. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.
However, the Magpies will have an opportunity to take their pound of flash on Wednesday when both sides go head-to-head at St James' Park for a place in the quarter-finals of the EFL Cup.
Newcastle United began their EFL Cup journey with a thrilling penalty shootout victory over Premier League rivals Nottingham Forest in the second round on August 28th.
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They followed this up with a narrow third-round win against League Two side AFC Wimbledon, securing the victory with a penalty from Fabian Schar.
Newcastle vs Chelsea Head to Head
Both teams met in this competition last year, with Chelsea winning via penalties after a 1-1 draw in regular time.
The Blues have generally dominated this fixture in recent years, winning the last three meetings, two of which were in the Premier League.
However, the Magpies won their last encounter at St. James Park in the PL last season and will be hoing to harness their roaring home support once again.
Newcastle vs Chelsea Team News and Possible Lineups
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Newcastle are sweating over Anthony Gordon's fitness after a groin injury, which could see either Will Osula and Jacob Murphy could start.
The Magpies defense is weakened by injuries to Jamaal Lascelles, Kieran Trippier, and Sven Botman.
Chelsea have no fresh injury concerns but Enzo Maresca is likely to rotate, with some second fringe players likely to feature. However, Ben Chilwell is a doubt due to illness.
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Newcastle Predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Pope (GK); Livramento, Krafth, Schar, Kelly; Longstaff, Willock, Tonali; Murphy, Osula, Isak
Chelsea Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Jorgensen (GK); Disasi, Badiashile, Adarabioyo, Cucurella; Fernandez, Dewsbury-Hall, Sancho, Felix, Mudryk; Nkunku
Newcastle vs Chelsea Predictions & Betting Tips
Chelsea have strength in depth and that could tip the clash in their favour, as Newcastle will also likely rest players.
Over 2.5
Newcastle to score
Over 8.5 corners
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