Chelsea W vs Barcelona W (Women’s Champions League): odds and picks 20.11.2025

A huge clash is set for Stamford Bridge on 20th November, right in the group stage of the Women’s Champions League. Two of Europe’s strongest teams arrive in powerful form: Barcelona have a perfect run in Europe with 13 goals scored and none conceded, while Chelsea have accumulated 7 points out of a possible 9 following a 6-0 and a 4-0 victory, showcasing their offensive prowess.

The recent history between them weighs heavily: last term, Barça knocked out the English side with an 8-2 aggregate scoreline, demonstrating superiority in both boxes. However, the context is different this season: Chelsea are unbeaten in the league, have welcomed back Sam Kerr, Macario, and Lauren James, whilst Barça are in steamroller mode after big wins in Liga F and dominating in the Champions League.

Everything points to a high-tempo match and, likely, one with goals.

Chelsea

Chelsea arrive looking strong and solid. They are yet to lose in the WSL: six wins and three draws, maintaining an impeccable home run. In the Champions League, the team has shown their best form with a 4-0 win against Paris FC and a 6-0 against St. Pölten, keeping a clean sheet in both fixtures.

The most important factor is the return of their attacking stars. Sam Kerr came back with a brace after her long layoff, Catarina Macario added another brace, and Lauren James provided flair and balance after returning from injury. This restores the cutting edge that Chelsea desperately missed towards the end of last season.

In their last five official matches, the team’s results include a 2-0, a 1-1 against Arsenal, the 6-0 in the Champions League, a 1-1 against Liverpool, and another 4-0 in Europe. A clear pattern emerges: Chelsea concede very little at the back, but they do not always finish games off early.

Their weak point appears when they are forced to defend deep in their own half for long periods: if they lose control in transition, they suffer, especially through the middle.

Barcelona

Barcelona are arguably in their best form of the season. They dominate Liga F very clearly, with recent thrashings such as an 8-0 and a 4-0 in El Clásico. Their Champions League campaign has been impeccable: 4-0, 4-0, and 3-0 in their three matches, maintaining their recognisable playing style, featuring possession, high tempo, and a massive ability to overcome pressure.

The core group of players is in excellent shape: Aitana, Alexia, Bonmatí, Patri, and Pina hold the midfield with obvious technical superiority, while Paralluelo and Graham Hansen stand out in attack when available. The team arrives with confidence, clear structures, and the feeling that they have an extra level of assurance over any European rival.

The only warning sign was the defeat away to Real Sociedad, where it was evident that if Barça rotate too much or lose concentration, they can concede in physical matches.

Even so, they are on a run of heavy victories, and their current state suggests a very high performance level in London too.

Referee: Tess Olofsson

The Swedish official Tess Olofsson, an international referee since 2015, will be in charge of the match. She is a referee with extensive experience in European competitions and major tournaments.

Discipline-wise, she typically shows around 3 yellow cards per match, although her recent averages in the Swedish league have been slightly higher. She is not among the most lenient officials, and she shows firmness when the game heats up.

In a match with such high tempo and midfield battles, it is reasonable to expect between 4 and 6 cards in total.

My Predictions for Chelsea vs Barcelona

Considering the current level of both teams, I believe the match will be played at a high tempo with plenty of offensive output. The bookmakers usually make Barcelona the favourites, but Chelsea have more weapons than in last year’s semi-final, and playing in London balances the contest somewhat.

BeniThe conservative one

Over 2.5 goals. Odds 1.52

This market allows for partial cover. If there are three or more goals, the bet is won in full; with two, the stake is returned (push). Given the amount of chances both teams create and their recent scorelines, this appears to be the safest line. Both arrive with very high goalscoring averages and rarely play out close matches.

BetoThe bold one

Barcelona to win and Both Teams to Score (BTTS). Odds 2.50

This is a more aggressive pick, but it aligns with what I expect: a superior Barcelona performance and a Chelsea side with enough attacking power to score at home. With Kerr, Macario, and James available, the London side are much more dangerous than in the 21/22 and 22/23 seasons. At the same time, it is difficult to imagine a fixture where Barça do not find the net.