Arsenal legend, Paul Merson has predicted that Chelsea will defeat Newcastle United by 2 goals to 1 in Sunday’s Premier League fixture.
Chelsea head to the game following a 3-2 victory against Arsenal last weekend, while Newcastle played a goalless draw against Cardiff City.
“I think Newcastle are struggling,” Merson told Sky Sports.
“Why did they let Kenedy take the penalty against Cardiff? He was having a nightmare. There’s a bit of a feeling around Newcastle at the moment, and I think Chelsea will take advantage.
“Chelsea don’t look amazing at the back, Arsenal ripped them apart at times, but Newcastle don’t have what Arsenal have going forward.
“Maurizio Sarri said he wants Chelsea to be pressing at all times, and it’s a danger when they don’t, even for 20 minutes. I just can’t see Newcastle picking them off here. A 2-1 away win.”
The match will take place at the St James’ Park Stadium and the kick off time is 4pm.
