Chelsea y Newcastle They are preparing for a key match in the round of 16 of the Carabao Cup, which will take place at St. James’ Park. This clash will test the aspirations of the Blues, who are looking to add a cup title this season. To do this, they will have to show their best version in a difficult stadium, facing a Newcastle that has been solid at home and has a squad in a great moment.
Newcastlehowever, faces the challenge of several important casualties, such as Kieran Trippier, Dubravka and Matt Targett. These absences can weigh on a highly demanding match, although the team remains a strong rival. Those led by Eddie Howe know that their home is a strength, and they will want to take advantage of their performance at St. James’ Park to try to advance to the quarterfinals of the Carabao Cup.
For his part, the Chelsea They arrive with confidence after having defeated Newcastle in their last match in the Premier League. Under the direction of Enzo Maresca, the Blues will seek to repeat the result and continue advancing in this competition, aware that a good performance in the Carabao Cup It also brings them closer to their European goals. Maresca and his players know that a solid performance in the tournament will help them achieve their goal of qualifying for European competitions next season.
Possible formations
Newcastle: Papa, Livramento, Schär, Burn, Lewis Hall, Tonali, Guimaraes, Joelinton, Murphy, Isak, Anthony Gordon
Chelsea: Robert Sánchez, Malo Gusto, Colwill, Adarabioyo, Reece James, Sancho, Roméo Lavia, Caicedo, Madueke, Cole Palmer, Jackson
Horario de Newcastle vs. Chelsea
16:45 hours.
Transmission
DIRECTV.