On the other side, Chelsea has been picking up steam. With a 3-1 win over Liverpool last weekend, the Blues have gone unbeaten in six straight league matches, having won three contests in a row. In the tight race that both clubs are in, three points is almost a necessity to ensure they stay in the top five.

A 2-0 win against Premier League top-five rival Chelsea moved Newcastle closer to the Champions League next season.

Enzo Maresca has named his Chelsea side to face Newcastle United in the Premier League. Both sides are looking to strengthen their Champions League qualification bid with a victory in Sunday's lunchtime kick off at St. James' Park.