Newcastle United vs Chelsea Highlights
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This match at St.James Park is as significant as the first leg of the semi final against Liverpool. Man Utd has already shown that they are up for the challenge with a 4-1 result. I know Man Utd has the goal difference advantage but if we are level points by Monday night, anything could happen on the last day of the league.
Suppose Chelsea beat Newcastle. Imagine this situation. Both Man Utd and Chelsea would kick off their last match of the domestic season at 15:00 UK. When they kick off they know that the next 90 odd minutes would determine the champions. What if one team is drawing at half time and other is leading. The pressure would be too much to handle. Anything could happen. That’s why beating Newcastle tomorrow is very significant.
Once again we have a fully fit complete squad to choose our eleven. I’d play the same eleven that beat Liverpool except that I’d have Essien play in midfield and bring in Belletti for Makelele. At this stage, even one defensive error could have serious consequences. Newcastle have been flying high at home, by their own standards this season. They have not lost a home game since their defeat to Liverpool in March. Michael Owen is on form and has just got his tall into double figures. In terms of motivation, Newcastle can afford to lose this match. The result of this match would have no bearing on their season.
Before we close, some interesting transfer news. There is a widespread rumour that Chelsea is bidding for Messi. And the price is around 80 million pounds. I wish this does not happen. This is outrageous! No players is worth 80 million pounds and I’d even say that this is an insult to the rest of the players. How would we explain the other players that we need a 80 million player?
I like and respect Messi but I believe that his type of game is not sustainable as he grows older. I don’t see Messi as a creative player, he is a incredibly skilled player but not a creative player in the mould of Ronaldinho, Riquelme, Kaka etc. It is believed that Messi’s physical growth is power boosted with some specific medical support. He is also injury prone and with the kind of physical contact in the premier league, there’s no guarantee that he would play a full season. For all this, 80 million pounds? No way. I know it is Roman’s money and he is willing to spend it. But we will only add tons of expectations on ourselves and the player, with such a price tag.
Some good news too. Some websites report that Frank Lampard is all set to sign a new 3-year contract. I hope this is true. With more and more news about the summer exodus at Chelsea, I’m more and more worried. We should be able to retain players like Drogba, Lampard, Terry, Essien, Cech etc who are very key to the Chelsea spirit. It’s important to get the contract signed by Lampard before JM gets himself a job.
In fact, before JM gets a job, the club should conclude on the future of his admirers in the Chelsea team. There is already news that the Barca job was offered to JM but he rejected it because he was not allowed to choose the assistant he wants. We should wrap up the contract stuff soon. Time is running out.
Let’s get back to the match. Surprisingly, Chelsea has not won at St. James Park since 2001. I’m sure it’s going to change tomorrow. My prediction is 2-1 in favour of Chelsea.
Other Newcastle United vs Chelsea match preview can be obtained at:-
http://redregion.blogspot.com/2008/05/preview-newcastle-utd-vs-chelsea.html
Newcastle v Chelsea Full Match Highlights
Newcastle v Chelsea 1st Half Highlights
Newcastle v Chelsea Highlights Goal No.1
Newcastle v Chelsea Highlights Goal No.2
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