The Chelsea team v Newcastle has just been confirmed.
Enzo Maresca looking to get his first win at St James’ Park.
Indeed, Eddie Howe has won all four of his Newcastle United home games against Chelsea, who have had a number of different managers during this time period.
Chelsea have lost two and drawn one of their last four away matches, the only recent away win on their travels was against League One Cardiff City.
A defeat for this Chelsea team v Newcastle United would see them only three points behind Eddie Howe’s side heading into this Christmas break.
Whilst victory for Chelsea would see them guaranteed to retain their top four place, as well as moving nine points above United.
Chelsea team v Newcastle United:
Sanchez, Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella, James, Caicedo, Neto, Palmer, Garnacho, Joao Pedro
So ten changes made from the team that were fortunate to win against League One Cardiff City in midweek. Only Caicedo staying in the starting eleven.
Subs:
Jorgensen, Badiashile, Tosin, Acheampong, Hato, Fernandez, Santos, Buonanotte, Guiu
Newcastle team v Chelsea:
Ramsdale, Miley, Thiaw, Schar, Hall, Ramsey, Tonali, Bruno, Jacob Murphy, Gordon, Woltemade
Substitutes:
Ruddy, Joelinton, Wissa, Barnes, Willock, Alex Murphy, Elanga, Shahar, Neave