Charlie Nicholas makes prediction for Chelsea - Newcastle match

Sky Sports football expert Charlie Nicholas thinks Chelsea will beat Newcastle United at Stamford Bridge, 2-1. Pundit has explained his prediction. "This is everybody's banker of the weekend, but Newcastle have gone to Tottenham and won, which people questioned. They then beat Manchester United at home but it wasn't sensational. Steve Bruce will be saying that this is a free swing." Nicholas said. "Chelsea have the youngsters and are playing well, but they will have a roller coaster season, which is what I said from the start. These are the games that it took Liverpool years to overcome - these teams sit in and don't threaten, but try to frustrate. "Newcastle do this and they did it at Tottenham, this is the type of team they are. Chelsea will get there, but I don't see them dominating unless they score in the first 10 minutes - I see it being tight." he added. Chelsea Place in PL table – 5 Record so far – 4 W 2 D 2 L Previous match – Southampton - Chelsea 1-5 Newcastle Place in PL table – 16 Record so far – 2 W 2 D 4 L Previous match – Newcastle - Manchester United 1-0

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