Cole: Step up or be eaten alive at SJP

OLE PALMER says Chelsea must be brave at St James’ Park this afternoon because otherwise “they can eat you alive”.

- By Alan Smith

Enzo Maresca’s side know that a win against Newcastle will have a huge bearing on how the race for a top-five finish and a Champions League spot pans out.

And after Palmer celebrated his 23rd birthday this week by watching the semi-final between Inter and Barcelona on TV, he is desperate to get back to the competition next season.

"We know what the stadium is like and we know they are in a Champions League spot as well," said Palmer.