NEW vs CHE: Chelsea’s Strongest Lineups That Could Face Newcastle United In the Carabao Cup

Chelsea aims to avoid defeat in their midweek match against Newcastle United at St. James' Park, with hopes of securing a crucial win to advance to the next round of the Carabao Cup. Given their solid away record against Newcastle, the Blues are favored for a victory.

Head coach Enzo Maresca is expected to field a strong lineup for this important clash. Maresca may opt for either of two formations to strengthen Chelsea’s chances:

In a possible 3-4-2-1 formation, Filip Jorgensen could start as goalkeeper, with Levi Colwill, Benoit Badiashile, and Tosin Adarabioyo in central defense. Marc Cucurella and Axel Disasi might serve as wing-backs, Kieran Dewsbury-Hall and Enzo Fernandez as central midfielders, while Christopher Nkunku and Joao Felix support Nicolas Jackson upfront.

Alternatively, Maresca might go with a 4-3-3 setup, featuring Robert Sanchez as the goalkeeper, Benoit Badiashile and Tosin Adarabioyo as center-backs, with Marc Cucurella and Reece James as full-backs. Renato Viega and Romeo Lavia could operate as defensive midfielders, Cole Palmer as a playmaker, and Pedro Neto and Jadon Sancho as wingers, with Joao Felix leading the attack.