Chelsea will host Benfica on Tuesday in the Champions League, marking the return of Jose Mourinho to Stamford Bridge. After disappointing losses in their opening matches, both teams are eager to make a mark. Mourinho returns nearly 25 years after starting his managerial career at Benfica, a team pursued by Chelsea for a comeback in Europe. Chelsea’s manager, Enzo Maresca, expressed the significance of facing Mourinho while grappling with the challenge of finding effective attacking strategies amid injuries to key players. This match promises to be a battle of legacies as both teams strive for redemption on the European stage.

How to watch Chelsea vs. Benfica

• Date: Tuesday, Sept. 30
• Time: 3 p.m. ET
• Location: Stamford Bridge, London, England
• Live stream: Paramount+
• Odds: Chelsea -160; Draw +300; Benfica +440

For a situation like this, where both teams are struggling, not only the tactics but the players’ performances will be critical to advance in the tournament. Keep an eye on how Chelsea plans to take back their title-winning form or how Benfica stands up to the challenge.