Mansion Sports – The 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League brings another major showdown on matchday five as Chelsea and Barcelona go head-to-head.

This classic meeting between two European giants will take place at Stamford Bridge, with kickoff scheduled for Tuesday, 25 November 2025 at 20:00 local time.

Both clubs have collected seven points from their first four matches, meaning their positions are not yet secure for direct qualification to the Round of 16.

Chelsea currently sit 12th in the league phase table, while Barcelona hold 11th place. Before the match begins, here is Mansion Sports’ projection for the Chelsea vs Barcelona lineups in November 2025.

Team Conditions Ahead of the Match

Chelsea

Chelsea had to fight hard to secure a point during their previous matchday visit to Qarabag. Alejandro Garnacho became the savior with the goal that sealed a 2–2 draw for the reigning FIFA Club World Cup champions.

Despite not yet winning away from home, Chelsea’s form at Stamford Bridge remains strong. Benfica and Ajax have already fallen in London this season.

Since 2019, prior to the pandemic era, Chelsea have not lost a home match in the European group or league phase, maintaining a run of 16 unbeaten fixtures, including 12 victories.

In the Premier League, their form is also on the rise. Three consecutive wins without conceding have lifted them to second place after defeating Burnley 2–0.

Remarkably, Chelsea have now reached 50 Premier League matches without starting a player aged 30 or above, underscoring the dominance of youth within their squad.

Barcelona

On the opposite side, Barcelona recently celebrated their first victory at the newly renovated Camp Nou after a long wait of 909 days.

They defeated Athletic Bilbao 4–0 in a vibrant performance that restored team confidence. Ferran Torres scored twice, Lamine Yamal delivered two assists, while Robert Lewandowski and Fermin Lopez each added a goal

 The win also pushed Barcelona back to the top of the La Liga table. Barcelona’s defense finally secured their first clean sheet in 11 matches. 

However, their defensive record in the Champions League remains fragile, having conceded at least once in every match this season.

In their most recent Champions League encounter with Chelsea in 2017–18, Barcelona won 3–0, yet their overall record at Stamford Bridge is less impressive, with just one victory from their last seven visits.

Chelsea vs Barcelona Lineups November 2025

Chelsea (4-2-3-1)

Reece James caused concern after being substituted in the first half against Burnley, but Enzo Maresca confirmed that the change was planned. Wesley Fofana was also rested for physical management and is expected to be available.

However, several players remain sidelined: Romeo Lavia, Cole Palmer, Dario Essugo, Levi Colwill, and Mykhaylo Mudryk.

Barcelona (4-2-3-1)

For Barcelona, Alejandro Balde was withdrawn following a head collision but avoided serious injury.

Marcus Rashford is doubtful due to illness, though the team receives a boost with the return of Raphinha.

Frenkie de Jong is available again after serving a domestic suspension, while Pedri, Gavi, and Marc-Andre ter Stegen remain out with injuries.

Closing Remarks

With both sides carrying substantial quality and strong motivations, this match has the potential to deliver an intensely competitive and dramatic contest.

Chelsea aim to maintain their commanding home form, while Barcelona arrive with renewed confidence following their impressive La Liga performance.