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Chelsea player ratings vs Newcastle: Joao Pedro, where are you?! Striker goes missing as Magpies punish Wesley Fofana & Trevoh Chalobah errors in blow to Blues' top four hopes | Goal.com UK
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- Anthony Gordon's early goal gave Newcastle a 1-0 lead at Stamford Bridge, shaping the game's outcome.
- Chelsea created chances but could not convert, with Delap and Palmer among the notable efforts failing to change the scoreline.
- Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana had a nervy display, and a yellow card preceded concerns over his form.
- Chelsea's defense continued to concede soft goals, underscoring ongoing issues under Rosenior.
- Reece James captained the side and was praised for effort, though his early positioning remains scrutinized.
- Chelsea dominated possession (67%) but Newcastle limited their effectiveness in the final third.
- Chelsea’s xG was low, underscoring inefficiency in the attacking phase.
- Liam Rosenior made early changes, bringing on Delap for Gusto in a bid to spark attack.
- Newcastle defended stoutly after the break, denying Chelsea a clear path to an equalizer.
- The loss leaves Chelsea three points off third place as the race for Champions League qualification tightens.
- Cole Palmer was Chelsea’s brightest attacking outlet but could not convert his chances.
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