Newcastle edge Chelsea as hosts fail to spark after early lapse
Chelsea dominated possession and created chances but were undone by an early defensive slip as Newcastle took a 1-0 lead and held on at Stamford Bridge. Despite renewed pressure after half-time, Chelsea couldn’t find a breakthrough, with late efforts including a James free-kick post not enough; this was only the second time in three months Chelsea failed to score. Newcastle earned a first win at the Bridge since 2012, while Chelsea stay fifth ahead of PSG’s second leg.
