Chelsea vs Newcastle United

Chelsea host Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge on Saturday 2 January 2027, Chelsea's first fixture of 2027 as Xabi Alonso's first season continues.

Chelsea hold a strong overall head-to-head record over Newcastle, and thrashed the Magpies 5-1 at Stamford Bridge earlier in 2026. The reverse fixture at St James' Park in December 2025 was a much tighter affair, with Chelsea coming from two goals down to snatch a 2-2 draw. With both sides looking to build momentum into the new year, this fixture pits two teams who've traded contrasting results against each other in recent meetings.