Does Gavi play today? Where to watch Chelsea vs Barcelona today in the Champions League By Janderson Luiz
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Chelsea faces Barcelona this Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at Stamford Bridge, at Londres, in the fifth round of the UEFA Champions League league phase. The match starts at 5pm Brasília time and 8pm local time, with the teams tied on seven points, in 12th and 11th position, respectively. Um triumph could elevate the winner to eighth place, bringing them closer to a direct place in the round of 16.
The broadcast takes place live on SBT on open TV, TNT on closed TV and HBO Max on streaming, with high definition options for subscribers.
The Blues arrive after a 2-2 draw against the Qarabag in the last European round, while the Barça drew 3-3 with the Club Brugge at home.
- Main absences from Chelsea: Cole Palmer, Mykhaylo Mudryk (suspended), Levi Colwill and Wesley Fofana.
- In Barcelona: Pedri, Pablo Gavi and Marc-André has Stegen out due to injury.
Individual formations and highlights
Coach Enzo Maresca, from Chelsea, should opt for 4-2-3-1, with Robert Sánchez in goal, Reece James on the right flank, Tosin Adarabioyo and João Pedro, Alejandro Garnacho and Liam Delap in attack. Adarabioyo stands out with 72 defensive accuracy in the last game.
Hans-Dieter Flick, commander of Barcelona, plans the 4-3-3, with Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres at the front. Torres has recorded 78 accuracy in recent attacks.
These lineups reflect adjustments due to injuries, prioritizing balance between defense and creation.
Recent team performance
Chelsea have had two wins in their last five games, with draws and one defeat. The team scored eight goals and conceded five in that period.
Barcelona recorded three wins, one draw and one defeat, with 11 goals for and four against.
- Chelsea: Vitória 2-0 over Burnley (Premier from Liga).
- Barcelona: Vitória 3-0 over Athletic Bilbao (La Liga), 2-1 win over Celta from Real Madrid (La Liga).
These results show offensive consistency for both, but defensive vulnerabilities in European games.
Chelsea maintains an average of 2.25 goals per match in Champions, while Barcelona records 2.5.
Balanced history of clashes
Chelsea and Barcelona have played 14 matches in UEFA Champions League, with four wins for each side and six draws. The goal difference is 19 to 22 for the Catalans.
The Blues won the semi-finals in 2012, 3-2 on aggregate, on their way to the European title. Barça won in 2006 and 2009, advancing in decisive knockouts.
Since 2018, the teams have faced each other twice in the round of 16, with one draw and one victory each.
This rivalry has accumulated iconic moments, such as Iniesta’s goal in 2009 and London’s defensive effort in 2012.
The 2025 clash marks the first since the revamped league stage.
Weather conditions at Stamford Bridge
The forecast for Londres indicates partly cloudy skies during the game, with temperatures around 6°C to 7°C.
Northwest wind blows at 18-30 km/h, with no precipitation expected, favoring dry conditions on the lawn.
Relative humidity remains at 100%, but visibility remains high, above 30 km.
These factors should allow for a fluid game, without interruptions due to bad weather.
The Stamford Bridge stadium, with capacity for 40 thousand fans, hosts the match on a typical cold November night at Inglaterra.
Arbitration and market odds
Slavko Vinčić, Slovenian referee, referees the duel, with an average of 5.2 yellow cards per game this season. Ele distributed 0.1 red on average.
Vinčić took charge of 12 European matches in 2025, prioritizing foul control.
The odds indicate Chelsea favorite at 2.15, a draw at 3.80 and Barcelona at 3.00, reflecting the domestic form of Blues.
- Additional bets: Ambas to score (yes at 1.70), over 2.5 goals (at 1.85).
- Sites offer sign-up bonuses for new users.
Tickets sold out quickly, with fans divided in the stadium.
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