Chelsea 3-0 FC Barcelona: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments
Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Chelsea 3-0 FC Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.
Chelsea 3-0 FC Barcelona Post-Match Review
Chelsea took control early but had a goal disallowed for offside when E. Fernandez thought he’d opened the scoring on 24’. They didn’t have to wait long for the breakthrough, though, as an own goal on 27’ gave them the lead against a Barcelona side already looking shaky. The first half turned decisive when R. Araujo picked up a yellow at 32’, followed by M. Gusto’s booking at 40’, before Araujo’s second yellow and subsequent red card at 44’ left Barcelona down to ten men heading into the break.
The second half saw substitutions at 46’ for both sides, with Andrey Santos replacing M. Gusto for Chelsea and M. Rashford coming on for F. Torres for Barcelona. Chelsea extended their lead when Estevao scored at 55’, assisted by R. James, and after further changes—including L. Delap replacing A. Garnacho at 59’ and Barcelona bringing on Raphinha and A. Christensen at 62’—Delap added a third at 73’, assisted by E. Fernandez. Late substitutions followed, but Chelsea comfortably saw out the win despite Barcelona’s attempts to push forward with ten men.
Chelsea 3-0 FC Barcelona Statistics
Chelsea edged possession at 56% to Barcelona’s 44%, which helped them dictate the tempo, especially after the red card, and they monopolised corners with 4 to none, creating more set-piece threats. Barcelona, however, racked up 73 successful dribbles compared to Chelsea’s 37, showing their intent to run at defenders even when a man down, but this didn’t translate into goals.
The cards told a story of frustration for Barcelona, with 2 yellows and 1 red—contrasting Chelsea’s single yellow—likely contributing to their unravelling. At the same time, Chelsea’s 2 assists underlined their clinical edge, and both teams used all 5 substitutions, highlighting tactical adjustments without shifting the result.
The red card early on amplified Chelsea’s possession advantage, allowing them to exploit spaces, whereas Barcelona’s dribbling prowess suggested individual flair but lacked collective output, especially with no assists recorded. Substitutions like L. Delap coming on for A. Garnacho at 59’ proved impactful for Chelsea, leading to a goal, while Barcelona’s changes, such as Raphinha replacing R. Lewandowski at 62’, couldn’t turn the tide against a solid defence.
Key Moments from Chelsea 3-0 FC Barcelona
The match’s turning point came at 44’ when R. Araujo received his second yellow card—following his first at 32’—resulting in a red card that left Barcelona short-handed for the entire second half and swung momentum firmly to Chelsea. Earlier, a disallowed goal for offside against E. Fernandez at 24’ kept things level briefly, but the own goal at 27’ gave Chelsea a deserved lead they built on effectively.
Chelsea capitalised post-interval with Estevao’s goal at 55’, assisted by R. James, before the substitution of L. Delap for A. Garnacho at 59’ paid dividends when Delap scored at 73’, assisted by E. Fernandez, sealing the result. Barcelona’s efforts were hampered further by their numerical disadvantage, despite late substitutions like G. Martin replacing A. Balde at 79’, but they couldn’t find a way back.
Chelsea 3-0 FC Barcelona Lineups
Chelsea
Chelsea set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with a solid backline allowing the likes of R. James to push forward and provide assists, while E. Fernandez anchored midfield effectively to support attacks. Estevao’s role in the attacking three stood out for his finishing, and partnerships like James linking with the forwards helped exploit Barcelona’s weaknesses after the red card.
FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona also deployed a 4-2-3-1, relying on defensive solidity from players like R. Araujo until his dismissal disrupted the backline. The setup aimed for quick transitions through dribbles, with forward options like R. Lewandowski seeking to capitalise, but the red card exposed vulnerabilities in midfield without yielding much attacking threat.
Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match
Estevao earns Man of the Match for his composed performance, scoring Chelsea’s second goal at 55’ with a sharp finish assisted by R. James, and consistently threatening Barcelona’s defence before being replaced by T. George at 82’. His ability to find space in the 4-2-3-1 setup was key to breaking down the ten-man opposition, combining well with midfield to drive Chelsea’s dominance.
Updated Form Guide
Chelsea
Recent Champions League matches:
- Win: 3-0 vs FC Barcelona (H)
- Draw: 2-2 vs Qarabağ (A)
- Win: 5-1 vs Ajax (H)
- Win: 1-0 vs Benfica (H)
- Loss: 1-3 vs FC Bayern München (A)
FC Barcelona
Recent Champions League matches:
- Loss: 0-3 vs Chelsea (A)
- Draw: 3-3 vs Club Brugge (A)
- Win: 6-1 vs Olympiacos F.C. (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Paris Saint Germain (H)
- Win: 2-1 vs Newcastle United (A)
What’s Next for Both Teams?
Chelsea
Chelsea can take confidence from this convincing victory, having capitalised on Barcelona’s red card to secure a clean sheet and three goals, which boosts their form heading into upcoming challenges. They’ll aim to maintain this defensive resilience and attacking efficiency in their next fixture, as they build momentum in the campaign.
FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona will rue the early red card to Araujo, which derailed their plans, leaving them exposed and unable to convert their dribbling dominance into goals in a tough defeat. They’ll need to regroup quickly, focusing on discipline and squad depth, for their next outing to avoid similar setbacks and get back on track.
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