EPL: Newcastle vs. Chelsea Preview, Odds, and Picks (Dec 20)

Significant action from the Premier League is set for Dec 20, as Champions League-chasing Chelsea travel to Newcastle United. The hosts will be aiming for a return to form after losing the Tyne-Wear derby against Sunderland. Find the odds and our picks here.

How to Watch

• When: Saturday, December 20, 2025. 7:30 AM ET
• Where: St. James’ Park, Newcastle, England
• How to Watch: NBC

Newcastle vs. Chelsea Odds

Newcastle vs. Chelsea Head-to-Head

Chelsea have an impressive overall record against Newcastle, winning 34 of the previous 65 meetings. However, they have won just eleven of their last 36 trips to St. James’ Park. Newcastle have won their last two against the Blues in all competitions.

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Game Preview

All eyes will be on the race for Champions League places on Saturday morning. Chelsea have climbed back into the top four after ending their winless sequence in the top-flight. Cole Palmer was the standout performer on his return to the starting eleven last Saturday, as he netted the opener in a 2-0 home success against Everton.

Chelsea’s record on the road has been consistent this term, winning four of their eight matches. Meanwhile, they have averaged 1.88 goals per game, which is higher than their average of 1.5 in home fixtures. The Blues have also kept clean sheets in 50% of their away fixtures in 2025-26.

Eddie Howe’s Newcastle will have questions to answer this weekend after dropping to 12^th in the standings following a below-par showing against Sunderland. The Magpies offered little offensive threat throughout that clash, and it means that they have now won just once in their last three league fixtures.

However, Newcastle have saved their best performances of the season for their home fixtures this term, with five of their six victories coming at St. James’ Park. Meanwhile, they have scored an average of 1.75 goals per home game, which dwarfs their road average of 0.88 per 90.

Newcastle vs. Chelsea Picks

This will be a fascinating clash in the Premier League on Saturday. Chelsea’s performances have largely been consistent throughout the campaign, and their record on the road ensures that they are the value angle when making picks this weekend.

Free Pick:

• Chelsea (+168)