On December 20, 2025, during Matchweek 17 of the English Premier League (EPL), Newcastle and Chelsea ended their encounter in a draw. The hosts were leading 2–0 by halftime, but Chelsea managed to equalize after the break.
Newcastle started the match at a high tempo and quickly gained the upper hand. In just the fourth minute, Voltemade scored, putting the hosts ahead.
In the 19th minute, Voltemade doubled his tally with an assist from Gordon, making it 2–0. However, the dynamics of the game shifted in the second half.
Chelsea increased their tempo and began to create more danger near Newcastle's goal. In the 50th minute, Reece James converted a free kick to cut the deficit.
Then, in the 65th minute, Joao Pedro successfully capitalized on a one-on-one situation to equalize. Towards the end, Newcastle resumed their attacks, but Barns and Elanga failed to convert their chances.
Chelsea played solidly in defense and preserved the draw. This result allowed Newcastle to maintain their unbeaten home streak, while Chelsea displayed determination to overcome their first-half setback.
Newcastle – Chelsea — 2:2
St. James' Park Stadium
Goals: Voltemade 4, 20 — James 49, Pedro 66.
Newcastle: Ramsdale. Miley, Schär, Thiaw, Hall, Tonali, Bruno, Ramsey (Willock, 89), Murphy (Elanga, 73), Voltemade (Wissa, 73), Gordon (Barnes, 72).
Chelsea: Sanchez, Gusto (Fernandez, 55), Chalobah, Fofana, Cucurella, Caicedo, James, Neto, Palmer (Santos, 80), Garnacho, Pedro.
Warnings: Schär 61, Wissa 77, Hall 86 — Sanchez 7, Garnacho 27, Gusto 45, Caicedo 70, Santos 82, Pedro 83.
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