Chelsea welcome Barcelona to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday for a massive Champions League fixture.
The Blues are aiming to extend their unbeaten home run in European group stages to 17 matches. After a hard-fought draw in Azerbaijan last time out, Enzo Maresca’s side will be desperate to return to winning ways against one of the competition’s favourites.
The hosts have been in superb domestic form, keeping three consecutive clean sheets in the Premier League. However, they face a Barcelona attack that has scored in 24 consecutive Champions League games. Therefore, a disciplined defensive performance will be essential if Chelsea are to secure a vital three points.
Chelsea team news
Enzo Maresca continues to navigate a difficult injury list. Cole Palmer remains out with a fractured toe, while Levi Colwill and Romeo Lavia are also unavailable. Consequently, the creative burden will fall on teenage sensation Estêvão Willian.
The Brazilian has scored in his first two Champions League starts and could make history with another goal here. Up front, Liam Delap is expected to lead the line, supported by the in-form Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho. Captain Reece James is set to start at right-back after proving his fitness.
Chelsea predicted Lineup
Chelsea predicted XI: Sanchez; James, Adarabioyo, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Neto, Pedro, Garnacho; Delap
When is the match?
The Champions League fixture takes place at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 8:00 pm GMT.
How to watch Chelsea vs Barcelona?
Fans in the UK can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate. Coverage starts at 7:00 pm GMT.
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