Chelsea will host Newcastle United in the quarter-finals of the EFL Cup on Tuesday, with a place in the semi-finals on the line.
Chelsea managed to end their losing streak with a win over Sheffield United this past weekend, and they will hope to secure their place in the EFL Cup semi-finals when they welcome Newcastle United to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday night.
Meanwhile, Newcastle are in similar form and they ended their losing streak with a comprehensive home win over Fulham. The Magpies are certainly capable of bringing out a result here and will look to book their place in the semi-finals with the win away from home.
Where to Watch Chelsea vs Newcastle United
Chelsea will take on Newcastle United on Tuesday, December 19 at Stamford Bridge in London. The match will kick off at 8 pm GMT. The match can be watched on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. It will be available for live streaming on Sky Go website and app.
As for Indian viewers, the game will be available to watch on the FanCode app.
USA viewers can watch the match on ESPN+ and the match will be available on beIN Sports Connect in Australia.
Form
Chelsea: DLWLLW
The Blues are coming into this game on the back of just two wins from their last six matches across all competitions. They have lost three games in that time and have been quite vulnerable defensively. Chelsea will need to tighten up at the back to grind out a positive result against Newcastle.
Newcastle United: DWLLLW
The Magpies have lost three of their last six matches across all competitions while picking up just two wins in that time. One of those defeats came to AC Milan, booting them out of European competitions. But they bounced back to winning ways this past weekend by beating Fulham 3-0.
Head-to-Head Record
Chelsea and Newcastle United have faced each other 174 times in their history, with Chelsea picking up 78 wins and 40 draws. Newcastle United have picked up 56 wins against the Blues. The most recent meeting ended in a 4-1 win for Eddie Howe and his charges this season.
Key Stats
- Chelsea have conceded 14 goals in their last six matches across all competitions.
- Newcastle United have failed to win 4 of their last six matches across all competitions.
- Newcastle have conceded ten goals in their last six matches across all competitions.
- Chelsea are undefeated in their last 12 home matches against Newcastle in all competitions.
- 14 goals have been scored in the last six matches between these two sides.
Prediction and Betting Tips
Chelsea and Newcastle United are in identical form heading into this game, and this should be a cracking contest. However, Chelsea have a formidable home record against Newcastle, and they are undefeated in their last 12 clashes against the Magpies at Stamford Bridge.
On paper, Chelsea are undoubtedly the better team, and it remains to be seen whether they can put on a strong performance here. Judging by their record against Newcastle at home, it is fair to assume that a home win is on the cards.
Meanwhile, both teams have been quite vulnerable defensively, and the last three meetings between these two sides have seen both teams get on the score sheet. This game is likely to be packed with goals as well. Over 2.5 goals seem likely.
