Once Reece James whipped in a 25-yard free-kick in the 49th minute — as exquisite as his execution was, the Newcastle wall and Aaron Ramsdale never seemed comfortable with their respective positioning — the home side’s frustratingly familiar fragilities resurfaced.

Former Newcastle goalkeeper Shay Given has accused Alejandro Garnacho of making a “really dangerous” challenge during the 2-2 draw at St James’ Park.The Blues recovered from a terrible first

A breathless start saw Newcastle bully the Blues and race into a two-goal lead within 20 minutes, Nick Woltemade earning redemption for his decisive Tyne-Wear derby own goal by netting twice from close range. Chelsea were unable to produce a response of any description during a chastening first half.

The Blues’ final match before Christmas is one of the most testing away trips of the league season, and they will again have Liam Delap and Estevao unavailable. Both could be ready for their next match against Aston Villa on December 27 but remain sidelined for Newcastle.

Chelsea star Cole Palmer is among ten players who have been recalled by manager Enzo Maresca for the trip to St James'. Moises Caicedo is the only survivor from the midweek Carabao Cup quarter-final win at Cardiff City.

One of the key players for Chelsea at Newcastle was Reece James, who scored Chelsea's first goal of the match early in the second half. In the 49th minute, James scored a direct free kick to give Chelsea momentum for a draw.

Sacha Boey could finally secure a route into English Premier League football during the January transfer window. This possibility, according to a recent report from journalist Graeme Bailey, will