Newcastle vs Chelsea Predictions

Newcastle vs Chelsea is scheduled for kick off on 20 December, at 12:30. The game is set to take place at St. James' Park, with Andy Madley officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Newcastle currently holding the 12th position in the table 3 points behind Chelsea. Newcastle have won 3 English Premier League matches against Chelsea out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent loss to Fulham, Newcastle is determined to redeem themselves. Newcastle have won 10 of their last 19 English Premier League matches at St. James' Park. Chelsea's away record stands at 7 victories from 19 games. Following their 2-1 loss to Sunderland, Chelsea is determined to bounce back with a win against Newcastle.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Newcastle have scored over 1.5 goals in 76% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 79% of games. Their total stands at 53 goals and 176 shots on target this English Premier League season. Meanwhile, Chelsea have scored 58 goals with 166 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 87% of matches but conceded in 76% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Newcastle scored 12 goals while Chelsea scored 8 goals. Their last match on 14 March 2026 ended in 1-0 to Newcastle.