Overview
- Nick Woltemade put Newcastle 2-0 up with goals in the 4th and 20th minutes, capitalizing on Anthony Gordon's pressing and service.
- Reece James began Chelsea's response with a 49th-minute free kick that went in off the post.
- João Pedro leveled in the 66th minute after Robert Sánchez's long clearance led to a defensive error that opened the way through.
- Post-match reporting has Chelsea on 31 points in fourth place and Newcastle on 25 points in 11th.
- Chelsea were without Estevão due to a minor muscle injury, with Enzo Maresca indicating a possible return for Aston Villa, while Enzo Fernández started on the bench as Moisés Caicedo returned from suspension; Newcastle visit Manchester United on Dec. 26 and Chelsea host Villa on Dec. 27.