As Chelsea gears up to face a formidable opponent in Barcelona, they find themselves questioning their standards compared to past performances.
Sonia Bompastor’s team remains unbeaten across competitions, competing for a quarterfinal spot in the Champions League despite some recent draws that have put them behind in the Women’s Super League. A recent game ended in a 1-1 draw against Liverpool, which highlighted their struggle to secure victories this season, especially against weaker teams.
Historically known for their high-scoring games, Chelsea has only netted 16 goals in nine league matches—half the tally of the previous season. Injuries to key players like Mayra Ramirez and Lauren James have affected their offensive capabilities.
Bompastor needs her players to remember the drive that is expected of them, saying, “At Chelsea, we are used to bouncing back really quickly. It will be a tough challenge, but our job is to focus on the next match.” With Barcelona dominating the Champions League and only recently experiencing a setback, Chelsea faces a significant test this Thursday.
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- Date: Thursday, Nov. 20
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Stamford Bridge – London, England
- Live stream: Paramount+
- Odds: Chelsea +450; Draw +450; Barca -188
