The last game week before the FIFA World Cup starts tonight. Chelsea will face a tough challenge tonight as they will play against Newcastle United at St. James’ Park.
Stats & Current Form
Chelsea have a strong record against the Magpies. Chelsea have won seven of their last eight games against Newcastle United in the English Premier League. Moreover, the home records for Newcastle United are also poor. They lost three of their last four home games against Chelsea.
However, the time has changed, and Newcastle United are flying in the league this season. The Magpies are ahead of Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Liverpool. With 27 points, Newcastle United stand in the 3rd place. Moreover, Newcastle United won four consecutive matches in the league.
On the other hand, Chelsea FC are inconsistent since the start of the season. They are now having a tough time in the EPL. Chelsea stand in 7th place with 21 points. They won just one of their last five games. Moreover, Chelsea have lost their last two consecutive league games.
Team News
Chelsea’s full-back duo Reece James and Ben Chilwell have been left out of England’s world cup squad because of injury. Both player haven’t recovered yet. Therefore, they will definitely miss the clash against Newcastle United.
Reece James expressed his disappointment publicly after being dropped out of the world cup squad. Chelsea boss Graham Potter also talked about this issue in the press conference last night. Potter said, “It’s a natural reaction, isn’t it? Reece thought he would be close, he did everything he could to give himself a chance but in the end fell a little bit short. I can understand the decision and understand Reece’s frustration and disappointment, and now we just to try to focus on the rehab and get them back as soon as we can.”
Wesley Fofana and N’Golo Kante will also miss tonight’s match due to injuries. But the Chelsea boss gave positive news about Jorginho. The Italian has trained with the squad and he’s now ready to play the game. On Newcastle’s side, Callum Wilson is still in doubt. But the manager will wait for him until the last.