A feisty encounter at Stamford Bridge saw both sides have half chances in the opening 45 minutes as they went in goalless at the break.
VAR denied both Chelsea and Newcastle penalties in the second half before Kai Havertz popped up with the winning goal in the 89th minute.
Our writer Dominic Scurr has dished out his player ratings from the the match…
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9. Jacob Murphy - 7
Should have been awarded a penalty in the second half. A solid display on the whole. Booked. Photo: Stu Forster
10. Miguel Almiron - 7
Wasteful on the ball at times but his pace made him a threat. Pressed well throughout to make things difficult for the Chelsea defenders and saw a fine volleyed effort saved at the end of the first half. Photo: Stu Forster
11. Chris Wood - 6
Led the line as best he could but didn't get hold of the ball in enough areas for him to threaten. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
12. Allan Saint-Maximin - 6
On for Almiron 68: Tried to find a breakthrough but was left frustrated. Photo: Stu Forster