Newcastle had not won at Stamford Bridge for 14 years, but a resilient display frustrated Chelsea to dent their Champions League ambitions

The two teams had very contrasting experiences in Europe midweek.

Newcastle pick apart Chelsea's defensive line and Anthony Gordon scores one of the easiest goals he'll score all season to give Newcastle a 1-0 lead over the Blues at Stamford Bridge.

Before then, however, they must navigate Camp Nou, where Barcelona have been imperious. The Catalans have won 16 of 17 Champions League and La Liga matches, drawing the other, scoring 54 goals and conceding 11. “It’s such a difficult game, but you need that confidence that winning gives you,” Howe said. “We’ll be in a better place for this.”

Tierney was bizarrely caught up in Chelsea’s pre-match huddle before Saturday’s Premier League defeat to Newcastle United and was left standing in the middle or the circle. Chelsea’s inconsistent form continued afterwards as they were beaten 1-0 by Newcastle, with England star Anthony Gordon scoring the only goal.

As Chelsea are Paris Saint-Germain’s opponent in the 2025-2026 Champions League Round of 16 (March 11 and 17), we’ll be keeping a close eye on the Blues’ performance leading up to the second leg. This Saturday,

Chelsea have emerged as potential rivals to Newcastle United for 26-year-old Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez, who has been frozen out at Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal. Chronicle Live) Manchester City are willing to pay £70m - a record fee for a full-back - in order to land Tino Livramento from Newcastle.

Liam Rosenior is expected to keep most of his key players in the starting 11 to face Newcastle United on Saturday, despite the upcoming second leg clash with Paris Saint-Germain.