Attention will be on the top five of the Premier League when Newcastle and Chelsea meet in a high noon showdown at St. James’ Park on Sunday.
Both teams are level on points going into the Matchday 36 clash, and with only two matches remaining after, this fixture promises to go a long way to deciding who will finish in the Champions League positions.
Newcastle vs Chelsea best bets
- Newcastle to win or draw and over 2.5 goals – 23/20 with Ladbrokes
- Newcastle to score in both halves – 8/5 with Betfred
- Cole Palmer to score anytime – 19/10 with Spreadex
Newcastle vs Chelsea odds
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Newcastle Utd vs Chelsea predictions
Newcastle have been in strong form lately, the Toon Army have collected 16 points from their last seven Premier League games.
Eddie Howe’s team have secured impressive home wins over Brentford (2-1), Manchester United (4-1), Crystal Palace (5-0), and Ipswich (3-0) in recent weeks.
On the road things haven’t been as good. The Magpies went down 4-1 at Aston Villa on Matchday 33 and last Sunday they could only manage a 1-1 draw at Brighton.
The solitary point gained on the south coast kept Eddie Howe’s team level on points with Chelsea.
Both teams have 63 points from 35 matches, making Sunday’s clash at St. James’ Park crucial in the race for a Champions League spot.
Chelsea are unbeaten in their last six Premier League matches, earning 14 points with wins over Liverpool (3-1), Everton (1-0), and Fulham (2-1). They are on a winning streak of three in the league and five in all competitions.
As well as remaining in contention for a top-five finish, the Blues have also reached the Europa Conference League final after a 5-1 aggregate victory over Djurgarden in the semi-final.
In a further boost to Enzo Maresca, Cole Palmer ended his goal drought with a penalty in the win over Liverpool last Sunday.
And with the Conference League final against Real Betis not taking place until May 28th, his team now have plenty of time to focus on the Premier League.
Newcastle vs Chelsea betting tips
The bookies are expecting this to be tight. Newcastle are the 11/10 favourites, but with so much at stake, all three outcomes look possible. A Chelsea win is 21/10 and the draw is 27/10. Our match betting tips follow:
Newcastle to win or draw and over 2.5 goals
With the top of the Premier League so tight, Newcastle have to win their remaining two home games at the very least if they want to qualify for next season’s Champions League.
But, Chelsea also needs the points just as badly. Unlike Eddie Howe – who has silverware on the mantelpiece this season, Enzo Maresca could be out of job if his team fails to make the top five.
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All this brings the draw into the equation, and it also makes goals at both ends more likely.
Newcastle have scored 19 goals in their last seven matches. There have also been over 2.5 goals scored in the last eleven Premier League fixtures at St. James’ Park.
Back Newcastle to win or draw and over 2.5 total match goals at 23/20 with Ladbrokes
Newcastle to score in both halves
Newcastle have scored in both halves of their last four matches at St. James’ Park. The Magpies are away to Arsenal in their next match, so will feel they have to beat Chelsea.
Roared on by a ferocious home crowd, we can see Eddie Howe’s team going all out for the win. And with a goal from Chelsea more than likely, the Black and Whites may be required to score in both halves if they are to claim all three points.
Back Newcastle to score in both halves at 8/5 with Betfred
Cole Palmer to score anytime
Cole Palmer looked more like his old self in last Sunday’s 3-1 win over Liverpool.
The former Manchester City midfielder capped off a fine performance with a 96th-minute penalty. The goal ended a run of 12 matches without a Premier League goal, a dry spell dating back to January 14th.
Palmer may have only scored from the spot, but it ended a barren run that was clearly playing on his mind. He will now be free of those shackles.
The England man is nearly 2/1 to score again this weekend. Wouldn’t it just be typical of Palmer to back it up with another goal against the Magpies.
Back Cole Palmer to score anytime at 19/10 with Spreadex
How to watch Newcastle United vs Chelsea
- Location: St. James’ Park, Newcastle, England.
- Date and time: Sunday 11th May, 12 noon BST.
- How to watch: TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate.
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Dean Etheridge
Dean Etheridge is an experienced freelance sports betting writer who specialises in football, cricket, and darts, with a keen focus on the Premier League and Champions League, as well as in-depth coverage of Premier League Darts and major tournaments. He can turn his hand to all aspects of the beautiful game and beyond, delivering expert analysis across a range of sports. He predominantly covers the Premier League and Champions League but can turn his hand to all aspects of the beautiful game. You can follow Dean on LinkedIn (@deanetheridge)
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