Barcelona XI vs Chelsea: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Champions League | OneFootball

Barca handed double fitness boost for showdown at Stamford Bridge

Marcus Rashford is set to start against Chelsea

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Marcus Rashford is fit line up alongside Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandoswki in attack for Barcelona against Chelsea.

Raphinha is fit again but he is likely to start on the bench, with Rashford on the left and Yamal on the right.

Barca boss Hansi Flick this week said that joining Barcelona on loan from Manchester United has put the smile back on Rashford’s face.

Rashford has scored six times in all competitions this season and has made a positive impact in Spain since he move from Old Trafford.

Frenkie de Jong will also return against Chelsea after being suspended at the weekend, in another major boost for the Catalan giants.

Pedri is not fit to return and Gavi remains sidelined so Eric Garcia is expected to again start in midfield after impressing there against Athletic Club at the weekend.

Fermin Lopez will play ahead of Garcia and De Jong in midfield.

Ronald Araujo is set to start in defence, where Alejandro Balde is fit after being forced off at half-time at the weekend with a head injury.

Barcelona predicted XI (4-3-3): Joan Garcia; Kounde, Cubarsi, Araujo, Balde; De Jong, Eric Garcia, Fermin; Yamal, Lewandowski, Rashford

Injured: Pedri, Gavi, Ter Stegen

Time and date: 8pm GMT on Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Venue: Stamford Bridge, London

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