Chelsea will take on Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, 25 November, in one of the biggest games of matchday five.
The two European giants are locked together on seven points after four matches, and a loss for either side here would make finishing inside the top eight unlikely.
As part of this week's round of Champions League betting tips, check out our Chelsea vs Barcelona prediction below.
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Chelsea vs Barcelona prediction: The visitors to come out on top
Key Stats
- Chelsea have dropped points to Qarabag and Bayern Munich in the Champions League this season.
- Barcelona have won five of their last seven matches in all competitions.
- Both teams have scored in three of Chelsea's four Champions League matches this season.
Correct score prediction: Chelsea 1-2 Barcelona
Both sides are faring better domestically than they are in Europe this season, but Barcelona have more experience at this level in recent years, which should help them get over the line at Stamford Bridge.
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Pre-game odds and win probability: Good value on an away win
- HOME: 13/10 (2.30) – 43.5%
- DRAW: 29/10 (3.90) – 25.6%
- AWAY: 17/10 (2.70) – 37%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Chelsea vs Barcelona odds indicate that we are in for a close match on Wednesday night. Barcelona go in as the underdogs, with Ladbrokes giving them a 37% chance of winning the match. Chelsea, on the other hand, have been given a 43.5% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: A first competitive meeting in seven years
This will be the first time that Barcelona and Chelsea have played against each other since 2018, when they met in the Round of 16 in the Champions League. On that occassion, the first leg finished 1-1 at Stamford Bridge before Barcelona cruised to a 3-0 victory at the Camp Nou.
Chelsea preview: Is James fit?
Reece James should be fit to face Barcelona despite coming off at half-time at the weekend, with Enzo Maresca confirming that the substitution was pre-planned. However, the Italian will be without Romeo Lavia, Cole Palmer and Levi Colwill due to injuries.
Predicted lineup: Sanchez(GK), James, Adarabioyo, Chalobah, Cucurella, Fernanez, Caicedo, Neto, Pedro, Garnacho, Delap
Last five results
- Burnley 0-2 Chelsea
- Chelsea 3-0 Wolves
- Qarabag 2-2 Chelsea
- Tottenham 0-1 Chelsea
- Wolves 3-4 Chelsea
Barcelona preview: Rashford a doubt
After scoring twice on his last return to an English side in this competition, Marcus Rashford is a doubt due to illness this week. Raphinha returned from his own injury layoff at the weekend, though, so he would be a natural replacement for Rashford if needed.
Predicted lineup: Garcia (GK), Kounde, Garcia, Cubarsi, Balde, De Jong, Casado, Yamal, Lopez, Raphinha, Lewandowski
Last five results
- Barcelona 4-0 Athletic Bilbao
- Celta Vigo 2-4 Barcelona
- Club Brugge 3-3 Barcelona
- Barcelona 3-1 Elche
- Real Madrid 2-1 Barcelona
Player to watch: Alejandro Garnacho
Alejandro Garnacho should be nice and fresh for this one after sitting out Chelsea's win over Burnley at the weekend. The Argentinian winger has hit some form in recent weeks and is the type of player who will be desperate to shine on the biggest stage.