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Chelsea are in the north-east for a huge game in the race for Champions League qualification. The Blues and Newcastle are level on points and goal difference with just three games left and the game at St James’ Park could be crucial in the battle to finish in the Premier League top five.
Enzo Maresca’s side have rediscovered some form at just the right time and last weekend’s 3-1 win against Liverpool strengthened their bid to finish in the Champions League spots. But Chelsea have a tough run-in, with Manchester United up next before a trip to Nottingham Forest on the final day of the season.
And they have lost on their last three visits to St James’ Park, including a 2-0 defeat in the Carabao Cup earlier this season. Follow the game LIVE below with our dedicated match blog, featuring expert insight and analysis from Dom Smith.
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Kick-off: 12pm BST | St James' Park
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Newcastle team news
Fabian Schar and Kieran Trippier are fit after suffering cramp late on in last weekend’s 1-1 draw at Brighton.
Eddie Howe has said Joelinton is recovering well from the knee injury that was originally expected to rule him out for the rest of the season.
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TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage starting at 11am for a 12pm midday kick-off.
Live stream: TNT Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Discovery+ app and website.
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Hello and welcome to Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of Newcastle vs Chelsea!
It’s a huge day in the battle to qualify for the Champions League. Five teams are separated by just four points as they chase three spots below Liverpool and Arsenal. So this is a big one.
We’ll have all the latest updates, build-up and team news right here, ahead of kick-off which comes at 12pm BST from St James’ Park.
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