We’ve seen plenty of Chelsea defeats over the years, but this one felt fairly unique amid all of that. It’s hard to think of a more flat, boring, toothless approach and execution, especially given the magnitude of the game at hand. Newcastle weren’t much better, but they take the win thanks to a defensie breakdown.

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

Liam Rosenior has named his Chelsea side to face Newcastle United in the Premier League.

Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher has shared his thoughts on two major penalty appeals from Chelsea's defeat to Newcastle

The Magpies took home all three points from the capital following Anthony Gordon ’s early goal. Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior, though, was angered that his side were not awarded a penalty by referee Paul Tierney following a coming together between Cole Palmer and Nick Woltemade.

Liam Rosenior has revealed he left Josh Acheampong out of the squad for the defeat to Newcastle as he believes the teenager lacked the physicality required.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CHELSEA NEWS APP FOR

Cole Palmer claimed a penalty during the defeat to Newcastle United. The Chelsea forward was fortunate not to be punished for his actions, though.

The two teams had very contrasting experiences in Europe midweek.

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.”