Newcastle Edge Closer to Champions League Spot With Dominant Win Over Chelsea
Newcastle United took a major step toward securing Champions League football next season with a commanding 2-0 victory over Chelsea at St. James’ Park in Matchweek 36 of the Premier League.
The Magpies struck early through Sandro Tonali (2′), who slotted home from close range after Jacob Murphy’s low cross evaded Chelsea’s defense. The visitors’ struggles deepened when Nicolas Jackson was shown a straight red card in the 37th minute for an elbow on a Newcastle defender following a VAR review.
Despite Chelsea’s numerical disadvantage, Newcastle had to wait until stoppage time to seal the win, with Bruno Guimarães (90+1′) firing home to make it 2-0 and send the home fans into raptures.
Newcastle face a crucial clash against Arsenal next weekend, while Chelsea host Manchester United in a battle for European qualification.
With Champions League football now within reach, Newcastle’s resurgence under Howe continues to impress. Meanwhile, Chelsea’s inconsistency leaves their top-four hopes hanging by a thread.
