Chelsea head to St. James’ Park to face Newcastle United in what promises to be a thrilling Round of 16 clash in the Carabao Cup. 

The two sides recently met in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge, where Enzo Maresca’s Blues secured a 2-1 win. 

Newcastle started the Premier League season strong with an unbeaten streak of four games, only to find themselves slipping to 12th place just two months later.

Despite these league woes, Newcastle remains motivated in the EFL Cup, where they overcame AFC Wimbledon in the second round. 

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Chelsea, on the other hand, has been building momentum under Maresca. After a loss to Liverpool in the league, the Blues bounced back strongly, both in the Conference League and Premier League. 

With Chelsea in fifth place in the Premier League, Maresca’s ambitions will most likely also include claiming his first trophy with the club in the Carabao Cup.

The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.

Newcastle vs. Chelsea live stream, TV channel

Here’s how to watch this EFL Cup match in UK:

TV channel: — 
Live stream: Sky Sports+

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What time does Newcastle vs. Chelsea kick off in UK?

This EFL Cup clash takes place at St. James’ Park in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, and kicks off on Wednesday, October 30 at 7:45 p.m. local time.

Newcastle vs. Chelsea lineups, team news

Newcastle are not clear on the fitness of Anthony Gordon who is recovering from a groin injury during the training. Howe can offer starts for Will Osula and Jacob Murphy against Chelsea. 

Isak is back from a toe injury and Callum Wilson is still in recovery from a back issue. 

Jamaal Lascelles, Kieran Trippier, and Sven Botman remain sidelined. 

Newcastle predicted XI (4-3-3 right to left): Vlachodimos (GK) — Livramento, Krafth, Schar, Kelly — Longstaff, Willock, Tonali — Murphy, Osula, Isak

Injured: Jamaal Lascelles, Kieran Trippier and Sven Botman, Anthony Gordon (Doubtful), Callum Wilson
Suspended: None

Meanwhile, Chelsea may see some slight changes from their previous squad. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Joao Felix are likely to return in the round-of-16 fixture. 

The Blues will monitor the progress of Ben Chilwell who missed training due to illness.

Chelsea predicted XI (4-5-1 right to left): Jorgensen (GK) — Disasi, Badiashile, Adayabiyo, Cucurella — Fernandez, Dewsbury-Hall, Sancho, Felix, Mudryk — Nkunku

Injured: Ben Chilwell (Doubtful)
Suspended: None

Newcastle vs. Chelsea prediction

Given Newcastle’s poor form and Chelsea’s recent consistency, Chelsea should be able to advance to the quarterfinals. Expect a close match, but Chelsea’s superior momentum and depth make them the favorites here.

• Prediction: Newcastle 1-2 Chelsea

EFL Cup fixtures schedule this week

All times GMT

Tuesday, October 29

• Southampton vs. Stoke City (7:45 p.m.)
• Brentford vs. Sheffield Wednesday (8:00 p.m.)

Wednesday, October 30

• Brighton vs. Liverpool (7:30 p.m.)
• Aston Villa vs. Crystal Palace (7:45 p.m.)
• Man United vs. Leicester (7:45 p.m.)
• Preston North End vs. Arsenal (7:45 p.m.)
• Newcastle vs. Chelsea (7:45 p.m.)
• Tottenham vs. Man City (8:15 p.m.)