Liverpool (Home)
May dawns with a titan at Stamford Bridge—league leaders Liverpool, who are charging toward their 20th title under Arne Slot. The Reds, 20 points clear of Chelsea with 73 points, are a juggernaut, and the Blues haven’t beaten them since March 4, 2021, a 1-0 Anfield win in the Premier League.
Four years and 12 meetings later—three cup final losses among them—Chelsea’s record against Liverpool is a grim read. This young, inconsistent Blues side faces a near-impossible task against a team poised for a guard of honor at Anfield. A draw would be a miracle; a loss feels inevitable. Prediction: Liverpool take the spoils.
Newcastle United (Away)
The road gets no easier with a daunting trip to St James’ Park, where Newcastle United awaits. The Magpies, level on 53 points with Chelsea, already ousted the Blues from the EFL Cup in October 2024 en route to lifting the trophy, and their home fortress has humbled Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester City this season.
Eddie Howe’s Geordies, hungry for a Champions League spot to cap a glorious campaign, will make this a battle. Chelsea’s away woes—coupled with Newcastle’s silverware-fueled momentum—point to a stalemate at best. Prediction: a gritty point from the northeast.