Chelsea travel to St James’ Park to face Newcastle United in Round 13 of the Premier League, hoping to pick up at least three points....CONTINUE READING
The Blues come into the game coming off an impressive 4-4 draw with Manchester City, who have had an excellent record against big teams this season…CONTINUE READING>>
Team news
Mauricio Pochettino’s side will be without Ben Chilwell, who is recovering from an umbilical cord injury. Wesley Fofana and Carney Chukwuemeka are also expected to miss this game.
However, it will be a big boost for the Blues as Reece James, who scored against Manchester City, returns and is expected to lead the team against the Baggies.
According to the Evening Standard, Christopher Nkunku, Levi Colwill, Conor Gallagher and Maro Gusto could also return ahead of the game.
Chelsea’s Possible Lineup
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Goalkeeper: Sanchez
Goalkeeper: Sanchez
Defenders: Cucurella, Silva, Disasi, James
Defensive midfield: Caicedo, Ugochukwu
Attacking midfield: Mudryk, Palmer, Sterling
Striker: Nicholas Jackson
James, who is expected to return, could start at right-back over Gusto. There is also a possibility that Leslie Ugochukwu will be used as a defensive midfielder in place of Fernandes, who did not perform well in the last game.
The trio of Mudryk, Palmer, and Sterling is also the antibiotic that occupies the attacking midfield. Nicholas Jackson will also lead the offense once again and could continue his efforts to score more goals.
Match Kick-off Date and Time
According to Sky Sports, the EPL match between Newcastle United and Chelsea will be held on Saturday, November 25th, with kick-off at 4pm (Nigerian time)…CONTINUE READING>>
