The battle for a top-five finish remains intense, and Newcastle will aim to strengthen their standing by securing a victory over Chelsea on Sunday. Both teams have 63 points, with the Magpies currently holding fourth place. A win would mark their 20th of the season—can they achieve it? Our Newcastle vs Chelsea predictions guide previews this contest.
Chelsea have been resurgent in recent weeks, securing three wins in their last four league games. Can the Blues make it four wins in five on Sunday?
| ℹ️ Tournament: | English Premier League season 2024-25, Matchday 36 |
| ⚽️ Venue: | St James’ Park, Newcastle, England |
| 🗓️ Date: | 11 May 2025 |
| ⏰ Time: | 11:00 GMT on Sunday |
Online betting shops for football have assigned Newcastle odds of 2.12 (9/8) to get a home win. Chelsea has odds of 3.15 (13/6) to win this game. Newcastle vs Chelsea odds for a draw are currently available at 3.75 (11/4).
Each side has won twice in their last five encounters, with the remaining match ending in a 1–1 draw.
Newcastle have shown strong form recently, climbing into the league’s top five. Since lifting the Carabao Cup on March 16, the Magpies have claimed five wins in seven league matches, with one loss and one draw.
In their most recent outing, the Magpies played a 1–1 draw against Brighton, salvaging a point through Isak’s 89th-minute equaliser. As they prepare to host Chelsea at St James’ Park, they’ll be determined to secure all three points and strengthen their push for a Champions League spot.
Hall, Joelinton, Targett, and Lascelles are out of this game. Schar is a doubt due to fitness concerns.
The Blues are finishing the season on a high, having booked their place in the Europa Conference League final. Maresca’s side secured a 5–1 aggregate victory to set up a final showdown with Real Betis. They remain unbeaten in their last six league matches and enter this fixture with strong momentum.
In their most recent league game, they delivered a commanding 3–1 win over newly crowned Premier League champions Liverpool. Enzo Fernández and Cole Palmer were among the scorers in that game. Now, they’ll aim to strengthen their chances of Champions League qualification with a crucial result at St James’ Park.
Christopher Nkunku and Wesley Fofana are out with injuries. If Marc Guiu is fit, he could make the matchday squad.
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These are our Newcastle vs Chelsea betting predictions for this league match:
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In contrast to the Magpies, Chelsea have been near-flawless over their last five matches. Looking further back, Maresca’s side has suffered just one defeat in their previous ten outings, suggesting they’re unlikely to stumble against Eddie Howe’s team on Sunday. Given their current form, Chelsea appear well-placed to take all three points or at least come away with a draw. While Newcastle remain a formidable side, their recent run—two wins, one draw, and one defeat in their last four—shows they are far from invincible. Sportsbooks for EPL matches have offered odds for this betting option at 2.40 (10/9).
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The Blues have been highly effective in front of goal in recent weeks, scoring at least twice in three of their last five matches. Their attacking consistency has also extended to the Europa Conference League, where they’ve netted two or more goals in two of their previous four fixtures. Chelsea will likely approach this match with attacking intent, with Champions League qualification on the line. Notably, they’ve scored at least two goals in two of their last three meetings with Newcastle, and a similar trend could continue on Sunday.
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Like Chelsea, Newcastle have been highly effective in front of goal recently. Seven of their last eight matches have featured over 2.5 goals, with the Magpies netting 21 times during that stretch. The only exception was their recent 1–1 draw with Brighton. Chelsea boasts a similar attacking record, with six of their last eight fixtures also producing over 2.5 goals. In their last meetings, three of the previous five encounters between these sides followed the same pattern. With both teams pushing for victory, Sunday’s clash can potentially deliver a high-scoring affair.
Here are our Newcastle vs Chelsea betting picks:
Given Chelsea’s recent run of form, predicting an outright winner for this fixture is challenging. However, the Blues appear to have a slight advantage and are well-positioned to either claim a win or secure a draw. For punters planning to wager on this game, use our Newcastle vs Chelsea betting tips to guide your decisions.
