England League Cup - Newcastle United VS Chelsea Prediction

England League Cup  -  Newcastle United VS Chelsea
Match Time:31-10-2024 03:45 Thursday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Newcastle is experiencing a dip in results, having lost their last two matches against Brighton and Chelsea, though their performances were competitive. They have been solid in the League Cup, previously defeating Wimbledon with a dominant display. Newcastle will look to leverage their home advantage at St. James' Park, where they have not lost in 12 of their last 13 home games.

Chelsea comes into this match on the back of a victory over Newcastle, which followed a strong win against Panathinaikos. Enzo Maresca's squad rotation has been effective, keeping players fresh and maintaining results. Chelsea's recent form includes a significant win against Barrow, with Christopher Nkunku making a notable impact. The Blues have a track record of performing well against Newcastle, having won their recent encounters.

Head-to-Head
In their recent meetings, Chelsea has had the upper hand against Newcastle, securing victories in both league and cup competitions. Their latest win was a 2-1 triumph at Stamford Bridge, continuing their dominance in head-to-head matchups.

Prediction
The upcoming match is expected to be high-scoring, with both teams likely to adopt an attacking approach. Given the recent trend, the prediction is for over 2.5 goals. This aligns with Chelsea's recent games, where seven out of their last eight have surpassed this goal mark. Newcastle, with strong home support, is anticipated to contribute significantly to the corner count, with over 9.5 corners a plausible outcome. While the game could swing either way, Chelsea's recent form suggests they might edge it with a 2-1 victory.

Pick: Over 2.5 goals