Newcastle took the lead inside the opening 10 minutes as Anthony Gordon poked home his first goal from the club from Elliot Anderson’s cross. Chelsea drew level after a quick free-kick routine released Raheem Sterling to cut inside before his shot deflected heavily off Kieran Trippier and into The Magpies net.
Both sides had chances to find a second goal that ultimately never came as the match ended 1-1. The result saw Newcastle confirm fourth place in the Premier League, their highest finish since the 2002-03 season.
Meanwhile for Chelsea it’s a first bottom half finish since the 1995-96 campaign.
Eddie Howe’s side can now look forward to Champions League football next season.
Here are the Newcastle Unitedplayer ratings from the 1-1 draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge...
5. Matt Targett - 6
Got stuck in on his return to the side and stopped Chelsea going in front with a goal line clearance. Sterling got the better of him, cutting inside for Chelsea’s equaliser. | Getty Images
6. Bruno Guimaraes - 6
Curled a shot wide from the edge of the box. Was in and out of the game without stamping his authority on it. | Getty Images
7. Elliot Anderson - 8
Grabbed his first Premier League assist in only third start. Was really tidy in possession and was a threat going forward with some teasing balls into the penalty area. Ran himself into the ground before being taken off. | Getty Images
8. Anthony Gordon - 8
Good early tackle on Raheem Sterling set Newcastle up for their first attack. Found the net with a clever close range finish under Kepa. Withdrawn with 22 minutes to go but could be pleased with his efforts, a positive afternoon. | Getty Images