Chelsea travelled to St James’ Park to lock horns with this afternoon. Each groups are battling for a Champions League berth, and a win final gameweek towards the champions Liverpool boosted their spirit no matter Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest’s persistent push for the ultimate qualification spot. Whereas it was by no means going to be simple on the street after conceding early into the sport, Nicolas Jackson’s marching order additional ruined their journey as they did not script a comeback towards the upbeat Geordies.
Under are the gamers rated of their 2-0 defeat towards Newcastle United.
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Couldn’t take care of Jacob Murphy’s beautiful cross earlier than Tonali fired in moments after the kick-off. Made a number of saves all through the sport till Bruno Guimaraes’ deflected long-range strike beat the Spaniard within the harm time.
Moises Caicedo: 6.5
Began as a hybrid right-back however was unable to float down the center as he did towards the Reds at Stamford Bridge. His foul on Anthony Gordon contained in the field instigated the Magpies’ transfer for the early opener.
Trevoh Chalobah: 7
Made some essential tackles to include the onrushing Newcastle assault. Did nicely towards Alexander Isak, nevertheless, the failure with offside traps typically allowed the hosts to open up house within the Blues’ half. Made manner for Jadon Sancho late within the match.
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Levi Colwill: 6.5
Couldn’t exhibit his normal passing recreation, notably being down to 10 males following Jackson’s sending off minutes over the half-hour mark. His recoveries and clearances prevented the Tynesiders from inflicting extra menace to the Chelsea defence.
Marc Cucurella: 6.5
Compelled Nick Pope to make a significant save across the hour mark. Tried to make a distinction together with his overlapping runs, crossing and cut-insides from the left-hand flank. Struggled defensively towards the in-form Murphy and Harvey Barnes.
Romeo Lavia: 6
His mistake led to Tonali’s aim early into the outing. Was combative in midfield with key interceptions, duels and clearances, however the Belgian didn’t supply a lot going ahead as he restricted himself to shielding the backline. Was taken off for Malo Guston with quarter-hour remaining.
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Enzo Fernandez: 7.5
The skipper was efficient together with his box-to-box runs, dribbles and down-the-middle actions. Created essentially the most variety of probabilities within the match regardless of being a person brief away from house.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – MAY 11: Enzo Fernandez of Chelsea reacts at Referee, John Brooks at half time through the Premier League match between Newcastle United FC and Chelsea FC at St James’ Park on Could 11, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photograph by Stu Forster/Getty Photographs)
Pedro Neto: 6.5
Whipped in a number of crosses from the vast, however the Portuguese was largely inaccurate together with his makes an attempt. Received dispossessed on a few events and was unable to create sufficient probabilities within the Magpies’ field.
Cole Palmer: 6.5
Had a low shot on the right track saved by Pope. Tried to play his half within the build-ups, however was largely remoted upfront following Jackson’s dismissal. One other below-par efficiency from the Englishman after displaying his class towards Liverpool on Sunday night.
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Noni Madueke: 6
Didn’t have many touches within the first half, with the house aspect dominating the house and possession. Was changed by Reece James at half-time as a tactical alteration.
Nicolas Jackson: 3
A serial offence from the Senegalese noticed him obtain a marching order. Was in no way concerned excessive up the pitch earlier than making his manner down the tunnel.
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Reece James: 6.5
Added some aptitude together with his relentless runs and aggression. Wasted a golden alternative to equalise late within the contest.
Malo Gusto: 6.5
Created a golden alternative for James moments earlier than Bruno Guimaraes’ injury-time aim.
Tried to make a mark from the flank together with his slick passing transfer and good one-twos.
