Chelsea vs Newcastle United prediction and odds ahead of EFL Cup clash

As Chelsea's form continues to be inconsistent in the league, Mauricio Pochettino will be looking to maintain their course for a cup final at the very least when they welcome Newcastle United to Stamford Bridge in the EFL Cup quarter-final match. The hosts sit mid-table after picking up just two wins in their last six outings.

The Blues go into this match as the favourites at 13/15 with All British Casino to book a place in the semi-finals while Newcastle are 3/1 to defy the odds and a draw after 90 minutes is 14/5. This will be the fifth meeting between the two sides in the competition with Newcastle picking up just one win which was their last meeting in the League Cup back in September 2010 during a seven-goal thriller.

However, the Magpies have by far the hardest run in the cup this season on paper after seeing off both Manchester clubs despite being hit with multiple injuries. Their injury list continues to grow after seeing off Fulham 3-0 at St James' Park at the weekend with Fabian Schar and Joelinton joining their teammates in the treatment room.

Both teams to score -11/17

Over 2.5 goals — 3/4

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