Newcastle v Chelsea: crucial questions in too-close-to-call race for Champions League

Alexander Isak’s form, Nicolas Jackson’s scoring touch and the big talking points heading into Sunday’s showdownNewcastle: If recent form seems encouraging – Newcastle are seeking an eighth victory in 10 league games – they will miss the combative presence of the injured Joelinton on the left of Eddie Howe’s midfield three. Joe Willock has not convinced entirely in that role since the Brazilian damaged a knee and much the same could be said of Alexander Isak. On his day the Sweden striker is unplayable but since Newcastle’s Carabao Cup triumph Isak has often been a shadow of his best self. Is it the minor groin injury he is carrying, or even a desire to move on to pastures new this summer? Given the importance of Kieran Trippier and Fabian Schär, Howe will be keeping everything crossed that those two key defenders pass late fitness tests. LT Continue reading...

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