Chelsea host Newcastle United this weekend knowing that a win could take them as high as second spot if other results go their way.
Frank Lampard’s side were enjoying in a rich vein of form before the international break, with three wins from the last four games with defeat to league-leaders Liverpool their only blemish.
But Newcastle should not be underestimated.
Newcastle may be down in sixteenth place but Steve Bruce’s side have already defeated Manchester United and Tottenham this season, claiming that win over Spurs in London.
Premier League preview
Chelsea vs Newcastle
Premier League
Venue: Stamford Bridge
Kick-off time: 3pm, Saturday October 19
Team news and injuries
Head to Head record (H2H)
These sides have met on 48 occasions during the Premier League era, with just a dozen of those matches ending in a draw.
Chelsea have 24 victories to their name – 17 of which have been at home – with Newcastle having won only once at Stamford Bridge.
That came back in 2012 when Papiss Cisse scored twice in a 2-0 win for the Magpies.
Betting tips and odds
Match odds
- Chelsea at 1/4
- Draw at 9/2
- West Ham at 10/1
Correct score
| Scoreline | Chelsea win | Newcastle win | Draw |
| 1-0 | 6/1 | 25/1 | 0-0 (16/1) |
| 2-0 | 5/1 | 60/1 | 1-1 (9/1) |
| 2-1 | 7/1 | 25/1 | 2-2 (19/1) |
| 3-0 | 13/2 | 200/1 |
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Prediction
Live stream details and TV channel information
This match will not televised on streamed live in the UK. You can follow the match LIVE in Standard Sport's match blog.
