Chelsea vs Newcastle Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 19/12/2023
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Chelsea vs Newcastle Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 19/12/2023

Giorgi Natsvlishvili

Odds via Tonybet

Chelsea vs Newcastle December 19, 3:00 p.m. EDT
Chelsea odds-128
Newcastle odds+320
Draw+290
Over\Under2.5 -140 \ +110

Chelsea vs Newcastle. Shape of the teams

The upcoming Chelsea vs Newcastle match is one to watch in the EFL playoffs. Following their respective victories against Sheffield United and Fulham, both Chelsea and Newcastle are highly motivated to secure a win and advance to the next round.

Newcastle had a difficult path up until this point. In the EFL, they secured impressive victories against Manchester City (1-0) and Manchester United (0-3) in consecutive matches.

Under Eddie Howe’s leadership, the team exhibited dominant performances in both games, showcasing their growing strength and tactical prowess.

Chelsea, in contrast, had a relatively easy route, notching up victories against AFC Wimbledon (2-1), Brighton (1-0) and Blackburn (1-0). Despite this, facing Newcastle, even with their roster of injured players, will not be a straightforward task for Chelsea. 

Chelsea vs Newcastle Main Match Info

Chelsea vs Newcastle Prediction, Odds

Chelsea has not discovered their best form after spending a fortune during the summer transfer window. Manager Mauricio Pochettino is continually experimenting to find the best squad combination.

Chelsea continues to face significant challenges in both developing and executing effective positional attacks.

However, Pochettino’s strategy at Chelsea has been significantly hindered by injuries to key players. As a result, in their last match against Sheffield United, he was compelled to deploy two central defenders in the fullback positions. This adjustment considerably constrained Chelsea’s attacking potential.

Despite a victory against Sheffield, the Blues find themselves in 10th place in the league, trailing 12 points behind 4th-placed Man City.

On a brighter note for Chelsea, Christopher Nkunku is nearing a return to the pitch following a serious injury. His comeback is expected to enhance the team’s performance significantly, thanks to his creative passing and precise shooting abilities.

With their exit from the Champions League, Newcastle’s attention will shift towards the EFL Cup and the Premier League. 

Newcastle is currently grappling with a substantial injury crisis, as Alexander Isak, Kieran Trippier, Fabian Schär and Joelinton have all been added to their growing injury list. It’s hard to say what lineup Eddie Howe will opt for this matchup. 

Historical head-to-head statistics show that Newcastle has maintained an unbeaten streak against Chelsea in their last four encounters, comprising two wins and two draws. 

Chelsea vs Newcastle Betting Tip

The past 3 matches between Chelsea and Newcastle ended with both sides scoring against each other, indicative of open, attacking play.

Playing at home, Chelsea typically shows a strong inclination to attack, and in the upcoming game, they are likely to maintain this aggressive approach. Newcastle, on the other hand, will aim to exploit opportunities on the counterattack, seeking to capitalize on any chances that arise.

Furthermore, both teams have faced challenges in maintaining a clean sheet this season. Chelsea has conceded 26 goals in 17 Premier League matches, while Newcastle let in 21. 

Defensively, both Chelsea and Newcastle have had some issues, exacerbated by the absence of key players. We think that it’s likely that each team will manage to find the back of the net at least once in their upcoming match.

Disclaimer: Odds are accurate at the time of posting and subject to change. Please verify the latest odds on our platform before betting.

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