Chelsea vs. Barcelona Prediction Today: Champions League Betting Preview & Latest Odds
My Chelsea vs. Barcelona prediction today breaks down a marquee Champions League matchup from Stamford Bridge in London on Tuesday.
My Champions League best bets for Marchday 5 include backing the road underdog in what could be a statement victory for Barca. Kickoff is at 3 p.m. ET (Paramount+), with Chelsea a +135 home betting favorite.
✅ Chelsea vs. Barcelona prediction & expert picks
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💵 Best Chelsea vs. Barcelona bets
- Game prediction: Barcelona 3-way moneyline (+175 via bet365) ⭐⭐⭐
- Over/Under pick: Under 3.5 (-125 via bet365) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Best prop bet: Marc Cucurella to get booked (+280 via DraftKings) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
⚽ Chelsea vs. Barcelona preview & score prediction
Barcelona face one of their biggest tests of the season when they travel to Stamford Bridge to play a Chelsea side that’s level with them on seven points after four games.
The Spanish side is averaging two goals a game away from home, but they’re conceding just as many.
Given that Chelsea have been in top form and have a strong home record, I’m backing both teams to score on Tuesday.
Fireworks at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea and Barcelona are no strangers. They’ve produced some of the most iconic moments in Champions League history. But times have changed since these two met every couple of years in games that were often tight and low scoring.
Barcelona still have an enviable collection of stars, but defensive frailties surfaced in a 3-3 tie at Club Brugge in their last Champions League game. On the note of Club Brugge, we have a play on their game tomorrow in our Champions League predictions for Matchday 5.
There are few doubts over Chelsea’s ability to score at home, but keeping Barcelona’s star-studded team off the scoresheet seems like a task too great for a Blues team that recently drew 2-2 at Qarabag.
A successful $10 bet at Caesars on both teams to score delivers a net profit of $3.80.
Score prediction: Barcelona 2, Chelsea 1
🆚 Chelsea vs. Barcelona matchup to watch
Marc Cucurella vs. Lamine Yamal
It could be a long day at the office for Marc Cucurella when the Chelsea full-back will be tasked with trying to stop Lamine Yamal.
It’ll be up to the Spain international to limit the Barcelona’s winger’s chances as much as possible, as Yamal has averaged four shots - including 1.3 on target - in three Champions League appearances this season.
However, considering that Cucurella’s assignment is one of the toughest in the sport right now, I expect frustrations to get the best of the 27-year-old and for him to get booked, possibly trying to slow down Yamal with a tactical foul.
Cucurella has two yellow cards this season , but Tuesday could be the day he picks up his first yellow in the Champions League.
Best prop bet: Marc Cucurella to get booked (+280 via DraftKings)
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📈 Chelsea vs. Barcelona betting trends & recent form
| Host | Statistic | Visitor |
|---|---|---|
| 2-1-1 | Champions League record | 2-1-1 |
| 5-6-6 | H2H record | 6-6-5 |
| L-W-W-D | Last 5 UCL games | W-L-W-D |
| Draw 2-2 at Qarabag | Previous result | Draw 3-3 at Club Brugge |
| Chelsea’s Estevao could become the second-youngest player to score in the Champions League. | Key stat | Barcelona have won just one of their last nine Champions League meetings vs. Chelsea. |
🌤️ Chelsea vs. Barcelona weather
Conditions will be somewhat comfortable for this time of year in London, with the temperature set to be around 45 degrees at kickoff. There’s also a 10% chance of rain.
📺 How to watch Chelsea vs. Barcelona
- Date: Tuesday, Nov. 25
- Kickoff: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Stamford Bridge (London)
- TV: Paramount+
📺 Champions League expert picks: Tuesday
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