Newcastle vs Chelsea LIVE!Chelsea went down to defeat in the North East on a huge afternoon in the race for Champions League qualification next season. The Blues and Newcastle kicked off level on both points and goal difference with just three games left to play this term and today’s game at St James’ Park always felt crucial in the battle to finish in the Premier League top five.

Newcastle United showed how the team has grown with its comprehensive win over Chelsea to take a step closer to Champions League quslification.

Newcastle and Chelsea are fourth and fifth in the Premier League, level on 63 points with three games to go. Sandro Tonali gave the hosts a second-minute lead.