Chelsea welcome Barcelona to Stamford Bridge for a Champions League fixture steeped in history.
These two giants of the game have played some fantastic knockout ties down the years, though this time it is all about three precious points in the League Phase.
Both teams are locked on seven points ahead of kick-off, with Barca one place above in 11th by virtue of a superior goal difference.
A Top 8 finish is the primary goal for each side, which paves the way for a potential European classic under the lights in West London!
We have previewed the enticing fixture in full, picking out some more online betting tips based on the latest Champions League odds.
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Where can I watch Chelsea vs Barcelona in the UK?
Chelsea vs Barcelona will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video, with kick-off scheduled for 8pm UK time.
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Recent results
Chelsea have won four of the last five across all competitions after convincing top-flight victories over Wolves (3-0) and Burnley (0-2).
However, Enzo Maresca’s side did slip up in their last Champions League encounter, drawing 2-2 at Qarabag. But the Blues’ previous home matches in Europe saw them beat Benfica (1-0) and Ajax (5-1).
Barca have won each of the last three in La Liga following last Saturday’s 4-0 thrashing of Athletic Bilbao, although inconsistency has plagued their Champions League campaign thus far.
The Catalans beat Newcastle 2-1 away from home on Matchday 1, and then lost 2-1 to PSG. Hansi Flick’s side responded with a 6-1 win over Olympiacos, but could only muster a 3-3 draw at Club Brugge last time out.
Head-to-head record
Chelsea and Barcelona have locked horns 14 times, with each team winning four matches and six finishing as draws.
The two sides last faced off in the 2017-18 season, a last-16 tie which was dominated by Lionel Messi. The Argentine scored a crucial equaliser at Stamford Bridge, before inspiring a 3-0 win at Camp Nou.
But interestingly, Barca have only won once in West London, and that victory came way back in 2005-06.
Team news
Cole Palmer is unlikely to make his comeback from injury for this fixture, but Moises Caicedo should return to the starting XI after being rested in the win at Burnley.
As for Barca, Marcus Rashford is in the squad after missing the win vs Bilbao through illness. Pedri is still unavailable due to a hamstring issue, but there was some great fitness news for the visitors over the weekend, as Joan Garcia and Raphinha each made their returns at Camp Nou.
Chelsea vs Barcelona Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Chelsea are slight favourites for the win here at a price of 2.38. A victory for Barcelona is at odds of 2.66, while the draw is 3.95.
Chelsea vs Barcelona Betting Tips
Anytime goalscorer – Robert Lewandowski @ 2.10
Lewandowski is yet to get off the mark in the Champions League this season, but has eight goals in just 10 La Liga games. The Pole also netted three times in his two previous appearances vs Chelsea, hence why we really like the look of this selection.
Pedro Neto to have over 0.5 shots on target @ 1.53
Neto seems to have found another level in the final third this season. The Portuguese flyer opened the scoring in last Saturday’s 2-0 win at Burnley, and has already equalled his 2024-25 Premier League goal tally (4). His pace in behind could also wreak havoc on Barca’s high defensive line, so a shot on target – at the very least – looks firmly on the cards, with Neto priced at 3.25 in the anytime goalscorer market.
Lamine Yamal to have over 0.5 shots on target @ 1.57
It is rare a Barca game goes by without Yamal testing the goalkeeper’s reflexes at least once. In nine La Liga appearances this season, the teenage winger has registered 13 shots on target. Yamal also scored in Barca’s two previous Champions League matches, including a beautiful solo effort vs Club Brugge. If you want to up the ante here as well, the Spaniard is 2.75 to score anytime.
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