27 de octubre, 23:00 EPL Chelsea Newcastle
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⚽ Chelsea (6th in the English Premier League / Last 5 matches: Win, Win, Draw, Loss, Win)
Chelsea prefers a 3-2-4-1 formation and plays with a focus on build-up play. They demonstrated a clear advantage with a 4-1 victory against Panathinaikos recently. The two line players, Sancho (LW), Palmer (AMC), and Mudueke (RW), move organically to develop attacks, but it's disappointing that Jackson (FW) is in unstable form. The return of Enzo (CM) will stabilize the attacking plays from midfield. With the return of Fofana (DC), the defense has been strengthened; however, there are concerns regarding managing space behind, making it challenging to avoid conceding against Newcastle's counterattacks.
- Injury Issues: Chilwell (DF / ★★)
⚽ Newcastle (9th in the English Premier League / Last 5 matches: Loss, Draw, Win, Draw, Loss)
Newcastle employs a 4-3-3 formation and attempts fast counterattacks centered on Gordon (LW) and Murphy (RW). They recently lost 0-1 to Brighton, and Isak (FW) is not in perfect form since returning from injury, making high scoring unlikely. The defense line of Burn (DC) and Shaer (DC) is solid, and thanks to the defensive contributions of Guimarães (DM) and Tonali (DM), the likelihood of conceding is low, but they must focus on resisting Chelsea's pressing.
- Injury Issues: Dubravka (GK / ★★★), Trippier (DF / ★★★★★), Botman (DF / ★★★★), Lewis (DF / ★★★), Targett (DF / ★★★), Wilson (FW / ★★★)
Prediction
Chelsea will likely dominate the game, but it will be difficult to break through Newcastle's solid defense. Newcastle also has limitations in their counterattack, so a dull draw is anticipated. I recommend betting on under (3.5).
Betting Summary and Recommendations
Win/Draw/Loss: Draw
Handicap (-1.0): Newcastle Win
Handicap (-2.5): Newcastle Win
Over/Under (3.5): Under