Newcastle 2 Chelsea 2: Tyneside remains a no-win zone for Jose Mourinho and refreshingly, it was also a no-whine zone for the Chelsea manager, who for once resisted the urge to blame outside influences for his team’s failings.

Liverpool 1 QPR 0

A 29-year-old man has been charged with criminal damage at Newcastle United’s stadium after its old name was painted on a wall.