Chelsea performance is not stable enough because in the 5 matches they have played, Chelsea won 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, which means they have not shown their consistency so far. I see many people saying that with Chelsea success in holding Manchester City to a draw, they have performed better and that could be true, but if you only measure 1 match to say that they have recovered, of course that is not an impressive achievement. But if they can maintain their best form by winning consecutive matches in the last 5 matches then they have found their true strength.
So next week match will be very crucial for Chelsea because Newcastle United is very strong when playing at home. However, in this match, Chelsea is very favored to win this match because Newcastle united lost many of their core players due to injury. Wilson absence will make them lose their best strength on the front lines. We will see how Newcastle United can play as a strong team without being supported by their core players. Whether Eddie Howe rotation will work when he doesn't have many players to cover the gaps in the team.
Actually, Chelsea performance still not stable yet but in last two matches they are stronger team after beating top standings team Tottenham Hotspur and last week before international break out success make favorite team Manchester City get draw. Chelsea on difficult opponent teams for several matches later but they have good started beat Tottenham Hotspur and one points against Manchester City. Net match Newcastle United I don't think difficult opponent team for Chelsea because The Magpies have focus on other important Champion League match few days later after facing Chelsea.
Newcastle United won't loss their opportunity in Champion League and seems they will make rotation against Chelsea to make their effective performance on Champion League match against PSG.
Newcastle shouldnt be underestimated. Their team and defence are formidable. Additionally, Nick Pope is a formidable custodian. Chelsea has momentum, but this match wont be easy. We've done well versus top clubs but poorly against defensive opponents. Newcastle's plan at St. James' Park may make it difficult to break through. A close, strategic game is expected, and it will be interesting to watch how we handle it, especially given our previous scoring struggles versus defensive formations.