JAKARTA - Chelsea almost lost when visiting Newcastle United's home in the English Premier League match at St James' Park Stadium, Saturday, December 20, 2025 WIB. Behind the brace of striker Nick Woltemade, Chelsea was able to bounce back and force a draw 2-2.
Chelsea had to work hard and almost lost when facing the hosts Newcastle. How not, Robert Sanchez's goal was already conceded when the match was only four minutes.
Furthermore, Woltemade scored the second goal in the 20th minute. The score of 2-0 was maintained until the first 45 minutes. However, Chelsea quickly bounced back in the second half and did not lose in the matter of scoring quickly.
Giol captain Reece James who was created in the fourth minute of the second half inspired the Chelsea players. As a result, The Blues were able to equalize and force a draw.
The success of avoiding defeat and getting one point at home against the opponent strengthened Chelsea's position in the top four or the Champions League zone. They still occupy the fourth position with 29 points.
Meanwhile, Newcastle only climbed one strip. They displaced Tottenham Hotspur by ranking 11th. Newcastle has 23 points or the same as Brighton and Hove Albion, but Eddie Howe's team still lost by goal difference.
In the match, Newcastle actually made a brilliant start. Through a lightning attack, Woltemade who got the opportunity managed to use it to score a goal in the fourth minute. The goal was created after Woltemade's teammate, winger Anthony Elanga, was able to save goalkeeper Sanchez.
The 1-0 lead through the quick goal of the German national team player made Newcastle more aggressive in pressing Chelsea's defense. Although it was stuck, the Magpies finally managed to increase the lead.
Woltemade scored his second goal after a volley that greeted Anthony Gordon's cross back into Sanchez's goal in the 20th minute.
The score changed 2-0 for Newcastle who continued to play aggressively. Meanwhile, Chelsea struggled to develop the game and failed to create dangerous opportunities for the host's goal. The score also lasted until the first half ended.
In the second half, Chelsea showed a resurgence. The Blues' offensive game forced Newcastle to strengthen the defense sector.
However, the Toon Army's goal still conceded. Goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale was unable to stop James' free kick in the 49th minute.
The captain's goal made the adrenaline of the Chelsea players immediately rise. As a result, Enzo Maresca's troops dominated the game. However, they had to wait for more than an hour of the match to equalize the score.
Forward Joao Pedro managed to break the deadlock when he greeted a long pass from goalkeeper Sanchez.
Pedro's right-footed shot was also failed to be saved by Ramsdale's goalkeeper. The score changed to 2-2 and lasted until the end of the match.
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