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...
13. Jacob Murphy - 5
On for Saint-Maximin 69: Newcastle were on the back foot following his introduction. | Getty Images
14. Dan Burn - n/a
On for Targett 75: Was fortunate to avoid punishment for handball inside the area shortly after coming on. | Getty Images
15. Lewis Miley - n/a
On for Anderson 75: A great moment as the 17-year-old made his competitive debut. Almost marked it with a goal too after seeing his edge of the box strike clip the crossbar. | Getty
