Chelsea is gearing up for an important European clash against FC Barcelona, scheduled for Tuesday at Stamford Bridge at 21:00. They are in excellent form, having recently secured a victory against Burnley with a score of 2-0, marking their third consecutive win in the Premier League.
Chelsea’s Recent Performance
November has been a successful month for Chelsea, with only one setback—a draw against Qarabag in Baku. Their recent victories have solidified their standing as one of the top teams in the league.
Key Players in the Match Against Burnley
In the latest match, Chelsea’s lineup was impacted by the absence of Cole Palmer due to a domestic accident. His place in the attack was taken by Gittens, who partnered with Pedro Neto and Joao Pedro in creating offensive opportunities.
Liam Delap had the first chance for Chelsea, sending a powerful shot wide of the goal. Defensively, Robert Sánchez faced little threat thanks to solid play from Adarabioyo, who contributed significantly both defensively and offensively.
Match Highlights
- First goal scored by Pedro Neto in the 37th minute, assisted by Cucurella.
- Enzo secured the second goal in the 88th minute, finishing a pass from Marc Guiu.
- Attendance was recorded at 21,499 at Turf Moor.
Team Lineups
| Burnley | Chelsea |
|---|---|
| Dubravka | Robert Sánchez |
| Walker, Tuanzebe, Estève, Hartman | James, Chalobah, Adarabioyo, Cucurella |
| Cullen, Florentino (Laurent, 84’) | Andrey Santos, Enzo |
| Tchaouna (Bruun Larsen, 76’) | Pedro Neto, Joao Pedro (Marc Guiu, 76’), Gittens, Delap (Malo Gusto, 67’) |
Next Challenge: Barcelona Awaits
With a perfect record of 9 out of 9 points in November, Chelsea is poised for their upcoming challenge against Barcelona. They have scored six goals and have yet to concede in this period, showcasing their formidable defense and potent attack.
The anticipation for this European matchup continues to build as Chelsea aims to maintain their winning momentum in one of the year’s most anticipated fixtures.
