How to watch Chelsea vs Newcastle – TV channel, live stream, and radio info | Football | Sport

Here’s all you need to know as Newcastle journey to the capital to face Chelsea…

• Kick-off time: The Premier League clash between Newcastle United and Chelsea takes place tonight – Saturday, March 14. The official kick-off time is 5.30pm, with the match chosen for the late Saturday afternoon television slot.
• Venue: The encounter will take place at Chelsea’s iconic home ground, Stamford Bridge. The stadium boasts a capacity of around 40,000, with many supporters expecting Liam Rosenior’s squad to rebound following their Champions League drubbing at Paris Saint-Germain in midweek.
• UK TV channel: Live coverage will be aired on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. The pre-match analysis and coverage will begin at 5pm, providing fans with half an hour of expert insight before the game gets underway.
• UK live stream: Subscribers can watch the match live via the Sky Go app, accessible on mobile, tablet, and laptop devices. Alternatively, those without a long-term contract can view it through a NOW Sports Membership, which permits streaming on the NOW app or on their official website.
• US broadcasts: The fixture will be broadcast live on USA Network and Peacock. The match begins at 1.30pm ET/10.30am PT, with streaming available on the Peacock app for Premium subscribers.
• UK radio coverage: For those on the go, live national radio commentary can be heard on talkSPORT, which holds the rights for the 5.30pm Saturday kick-off. Local coverage and additional live audio will also be available via the Chelsea Official App, starting five minutes prior to the match’s commencement.
• Newcastle team news: Eddie Howe’s squad are grappling with significant absences, particularly the loss of midfield maestro Bruno Guimaraes and defender Fabian Schar due to muscle and ankle injuries, respectively. However, the Magpies’ spirits are lifted by the form of Anthony Gordon and Harvey Barnes, who both impressed in the midweek stalemate against Barcelona.
• Chelsea team news: The Blues are confronting a goalkeeper dilemma following Filip Jorgensen’s recent blunders, sparking debate over whether Robert Sanchez will be reinstated. Levi Colwill and Estevao remain out of action due to long-term injuries.