Enzo Maresca
Chelsea are looking to seal their first win over Barcelona in 13 years
Chelsea host at Stamford Bridge with both clubs looking to ignite their campaigns. The teams come into the match level on points after four games, each recording two wins, one draw and one defeat.
A victory here would provide a major boost in the race for automatic qualification, while a loss would leave either club with a much steeper path through the remaining group fixtures. Both sides are in good form, with Chelsea winning four of the last five in all competitions and Barcelona winning four of their last six.
Though these teams clashed regularly throughout the 2000s, they haven't met since 2018. will be eager to avenge their elimination at Barcelona's hands that year and with only one home defeat to the Spanish giants in their history, the Blues have reason to feel quietly confident.
Here, Mirror Football brings you all the key details on how to watch the match - including TV channel, streaming options, kick-off time and how to tune in for free.
When is Chelsea vs Barcelona?
Chelsea take on Barcelona at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, November 25. The match is due to kick-off at 8pm.
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How can I watch Chelsea vs Barcelona for free?
In the UK, the game will be broadcast exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, as they hold the rights for first-pick Tuesday Champions League matches. Fans can watch for free by signing up for a 30-day free trial of Amazon Prime, which includes access to the UEFA Champions League coverage.
Simply create an account, stream the match live - build-up starts at 6.30pm UK time - and cancel before the trial ends to avoid any charges. Prime membership normally costs £8.99 per month or £95 per year, but the trial offers full access without commitment. For international viewers, check local broadcasters like Paramount+ in the US.
Chelsea team news
Chelsea are expected to be without talisman , who is still working his way back to full fitness. The club had initially hoped he would return after the international break but his recovery from a groin issue was disrupted when he fractured a toe in .
They're also without long-term absentees Levi Colwill and Dario Essugo, as well as Romeo Lavia, who limped off against Qarabag earlier this month. Moises Caicedo, who was rested against on Saturday, is expected to start, while teenage sensation Estevao, who was also left on the bench, is likely to feature too.
There is more encouraging news elsewhere: Wesley Fofana, whose availability is often uncertain, is in contention, and - withdrawn at half-time on Saturday for fitness management - is tipped to start.
Barcelona team news
Marcus Rashford's return to British shores is in some doubt due to illness but Raphinha returned from a hamstring injury against Athletic Club at the weekend as is expected to feature.
Frenkie de Jong is available again after serving a domestic suspension but Pedri (hamstring), Gavi (knee) and Marc-Andre ter Stegen (back) are expected to miss out through injury.
Head to head
Chelsea's storied rivalry with Barcelona remains delicately balanced. The Blues have won five, drawn six and lost six against the Blaugrana, though they haven't beaten them since Didier Drogba's strike sealed a 1-0 Champions League semi-final victory in 2012.
Five of the last seven meetings have ended in draws but Barcelona claimed the most recent encounter 3-0 - the second leg of a last-16 tie in which had finally ended his long-running goal drought against Chelsea in the first match.
This fixture has produced no shortage of iconic moments: Fernando Torres' last-gasp equaliser at the Camp Nou in 2012, Andres Iniesta's devastating late strike at Stamford Bridge in 2009 and Ronaldinho's toe-poked, physics-defying wondergoal in 2005 all remain etched into Champions League history.
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