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Finishing in third or fourth place is no longer a problem for Manchester United and Newcastle because these two clubs have already confirmed qualification for the Champions League next season. On the other hand, the last match for both of them will be much more interesting because considering this is the closing of the premier league and the match will take place simultaneously at 22.30. I will choose to watch Chelsea vs Newcastle because this match is far more interesting and quite competitive in my opinion.
Even though the odds of winning given to Chelsea are much greater by the bookie as you convey, in my opinion choosing Newcastle is far more profitable than placing a bet for Chelsea, because it is too risky to bet on the victory of Lampard's team. So far in the last six games Chelsea have only managed one win against Bournemouth, draw against Nottingham Forest and the rest ended in defeat.
There is something strange when we refer to the odds available for the two teams. Chelsea with odds @2.85, while Newcastle with odds 2.37, for a draw @3.40. I suspect that this match has the potential to end in a draw. but if we refer to Chelsea's performance, I'm sure there are many who doubt them in the match. Naturally, since the change of coach, Chelsea has not improved. of the 6 matches they played in the league with Lampard, they were only able to win 1 match. even then, against Bournemouth and a draw against Forest. the rest by defeat. however, it seems that in this fight the situation will be different.
On the contrary, yes, what you say is true. finishing in 3rd or 4th place doesn't matter, both for Man United and Newcastle. because, they both get one ticket to compete in the Champions League next season.
talking about the match against Chelsea, I'm not sure if Newcastle will win this match if you refer to the available odds. plus, several players suffered injury Newcastle. however, it is likely that Eddie Howe will give some second-tier players a chance to play. if, this scenario is true. then Chelsea has the opportunity to close the game with a win. at least, Chelsea's last match, must be a win for them.