Carabao Cup: Newcastle vs. Chelsea prediction, lineups

The Carabao Cup match between Newcastle United and Chelsea presents a fascinating clash of two prominent clubs in English football. As both teams vie for a place in the next round, their respective lineups will play a crucial role in determining the outcome. Historically, Newcastle has shown resilience at home, while Chelsea's squad depth often provides them with an advantage in high-stakes matches . Analyzing team form, injuries, and tactical approaches will be essential for making accurate predictions.

Chelsea won 2-1 on Sunday in league play, securing three points on Cole Palmer's 47th minute goal. Newcastle had multiple chances to draw level in the second half but couldn't capitalize on those opportunities.

These two teams also met in the EFL Cup quarterfinals last season, with Chelsea advancing on a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw. The Blues would ultimately move on to the final before falling in extra time to Liverpool.

Their journey in the EFL Cup has been marked by commanding performances, most notably a 5-0 demolition of Barrow in the previous round. Such results underline Chelsea’s attacking prowess and depth in squad quality, which will be crucial as they aim to secure a quarter-final spot. The Blues' recent away form is particularly encouraging; they have emerged victorious in three of their last four matches on the road, including a convincing 4-1 win against Panathinaikos.

Newcastle United, on the other hand, find themselves in a challenging phase. Despite advancing to the fourth round with a narrow 1-0 win over AFC Wimbledon, Eddie Howe’s side has struggled to maintain momentum. Their recent form paints a grim picture: one win from six matches across all competitions indicates a team searching for answers. Consecutive defeats—first to Brighton at home and then to Chelsea—highlight their vulnerabilities, especially when facing top-tier opposition

Newcastle are a different team at home, and it’s difficult to top the same team twice on the bounce. Eddie Howe’s Magpies are hungry for a trophy, but Chelsea showed their depth last week by starting 21 different players between wins over Panathinaikos and Newcastle just a few days apart. Newcastle 1-2 Chelsea.

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