Chelsea vs Barcelona is one of the headline matches of Matchday 5 of the Champions League league stage this week. Stamford Bridge will host a high-intensity game on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, and both sides will be desperate for a positive result. With key absences on both sides and a lot at stake in the group, Chelsea vs Barcelona promises goals, drama and big tactical battles.
Match Details
Stamford Bridge
London, England
Tuesday, November 25
20:00 GMT
Chelsea’s Young Core Aiming To Set the Tone Against Barcelona
Chelsea come into Chelsea vs Barcelona with momentum after a recent league 3-0 win against Burnley. The club’s spine is getting younger and quicker, and manager Enzo Maresca has leaned on that youth to press teams and move the ball faster.
Chelsea’s home form and the energy of their younger players will be vital at Stamford Bridge – especially early on when atmosphere can give them an edge. Recent reports also confirm a setback to one of Chelsea’s creative outlets: Cole Palmer suffered a freak toe injury in mid-November, ruling him out of the upcoming fixtures, including Chelsea vs Barcelona.
Can Barcelona Cope Without Key Men and Still Control the Game?
Barcelona arrive with a thinner squad than usual after a run of injuries.
Marc-Andre ter Stegen remains out following back problems, which have kept him sidelined this season, so Barcelona are expected to use another keeper for Chelsea vs Barcelona. Pedri has also been troubled by a muscle problem is still doubtful in the build-up to the Stamford Bridge trip.
Even with those absences, Barcelona still possess major attacking threats – young stars like Lamine Yamal and experienced finishers – who can punish any mistake in the Chelsea vs Barcelona clash. How Hansi Flick balances youth with experience will shape how the game plays out.
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Chelsea’s Pressing vs Barcelona’s Build-Up
Chelsea will try to force quick errors by pressing high. If Chelsea win the midfield battle early in the Chelsea vs Barcelona game, they can create chances through turnovers.
With Ter Stegen absent, Barcelona’s goalkeeper choice matters. A steady keeper will help them play out from the back, while a nervous understudy could be exposed by Chelsea’s forwards.
Both teams create chances. The side that is more clinical will likely win this UCL fixture. Set pieces and counter-attacks could be decisive at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea vs Barcelona Injuries
Chelsea injuries: Levi Colwill, Cole Palmer, Dario Essugo, Romeo Lavia
Barcelona injuries: Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Gavi, Pedri (doubtful)
Chelsea vs Barcelona Predicted Lineups
This fixture is a must-win for both Enzo Maresca and Hansi Flick, who will both field their best possible teams. Here, we look at the Chelsea vs Barcelona predicted lineups:
Chelsea predicted XI: Robert Sanchez, Reece James, Tosin Adarabioyo, Trevoh Chalobah, Marc Cucurella, Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, Alejandro Garnacho, Pedro Neto, Joao Pedro, Liam Delap
Barcelona predicted XI: Joan Garcia;, Jukes Kounde, Eric Garcia, Pau Cubarsi, Alejandro Balde, Marc Casado, Frankie de Jong, Lamine Yamal, Fermin Lopez, Ferran Torres, Robert Lewandowski
Main Photo
Credit: IMAGO / Pro Sports Images
Recording Date: 22.11.2025
