Chelsea welcome a high-flying Newcastle United to Stamford Bridge for Sunday’s action in the Premier League as Thomas Tuchel’s men look for a win.
The west Londoners, on the back of the turmoil that has followed the sanctioning of owner Roman Abramovich by the UK government, will be eyeing to focus on matters out there on the pitch.
They last turned out midweek against the league’s new boys Norwich City with Chelsea picking up the three points with ease in a 3-1 scoreline in a major push to cement the top four hopes.
Newcastle United have been upbeat of late and with Eddie Howe’s men having tasted no defeat in their last nine outings, the weekend clash at the Bridge could make for a high-octane showing from two top teams.
WHEN AND WHERE?
Date – Sunday 13 March 2022
Time – 2 PM GMT
Venue – Stamford Bridge
TEAM NEWS
Thomas Tuchel has a new worry on the injury front in the form of Reece James who recently made his way back to the fold from a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
A hamstring issue for the wing-back means that James would be in line to join his compatriot Ben Chilwell in missing out on the forthcoming game.
Wide player Callum Hudson-Odoi could also be made unavailable for selection with an Achilles injury.
MATCH PREDICTION
Chelsea remain the strong favourites to emerge winners in Sunday’s Stamford Bride showdown despite Newcastle United’s impressive fortunes in recent weeks.
Chelsea 3-1 Newcastle United
