Chelsea v Barcelona – Tuesday, 25 November, 20:00 GMT
Chelsea face Barcelona at Stamford Bridge in a match that comes with several storylines. Barcelona return to England chasing another win after their 2-0 victory over Newcastle in September, where Marcus Rashford scored twice. Rashford is expected back after recovering from illness, giving Hansi Flick another option in attack.
Marc Cucurella prepares for Chelsea’s home clash with Barcelona at Stamford Bridge
Lamine Yamal is also set to feature after missing the Newcastle trip. The teenager will meet Spain team-mate Marc Cucurella, who joked that training sessions against Estevao Willian were his preparation for the duel. Chelsea remain unbeaten at home in European league-phase games since 2019, yet they will be without Cole Palmer after his toe injury.
Barcelona have won only once in seven visits to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea, placed 12th in the Champions League table, sit just behind Barcelona on goal difference at the halfway stage. A win would strengthen Chelsea’s push for a top-eight finish.
Manchester City v Bayer Leverkusen – Tuesday, 25 November, 20:00 GMT
Manchester City prepare for another major moment for Pep Guardiola, who reaches his 100th Champions League match in charge of the club. He becomes only the third manager to reach this total with an English side. His milestone arrives as City look to recover from their weekend defeat to Newcastle.
Pep Guardiola enters his 100th Champions League match as Manchester City manager
City enters this contest unbeaten in Europe this season and holds fourth place in the table. Their formidable home record continues, with 23 unbeaten league-phase matches at the Etihad Stadium. Leverkusen arrive in mixed European form with five points from four matches, yet they have climbed to third in the Bundesliga after seven wins from nine.
Jarell Quansah is set to start for Leverkusen, replacing the suspended Edmond Tapsoba. The English defender arrives in Manchester after making his senior England debut.
Marseille v Newcastle United – Tuesday, 25 November, 20:00 GMT
Newcastle visit the Orange Velodrome, where Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang waits in strong form. The forward scored five goals and made three assists in Premier League matches against Newcastle during his Arsenal days. He also enters this fixture after scoring in his last two Ligue 1 games.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has scored in his last two Ligue 1 matches for Marseille
Marseille, led by Roberto De Zerbi, sit second in Ligue 1 but remains 25th in the Champions League table. Newcastle, meanwhile, have kept three straight European clean sheets and holds sixth place. Their win over Manchester City and the return of Anthony Gordon add confidence. Gordon has four Champions League goals this season and is available again.
Arsenal v Bayern Munich – Wednesday, 26 November, 20:00 GMT
Arsenal welcome Bayern Munich to the Emirates Stadium with a perfect defensive record in Europe this season. Yet Bayern forward Harry Kane has a prolific history against Arsenal, scoring 14 goals in Premier League derbies. Kane also scored at the Emirates during the 2023/24 Champions League quarter-finals.
Harry Kane returns to the Emirates Stadium in outstanding scoring form
Bayern sit above Arsenal on goal difference after four wins from four. Michael Olise enters the match after contributing to five goals in their 6-2 victory over Freiburg. Serge Gnabry may return against his former club, although Luis Diaz will miss the match through suspension. Arsenal, unbeaten at home in European league-phase games for 15 matches, aim to change their long winless run against Bayern.
Liverpool v PSV Eindhoven – Wednesday, 26 November, 20:00 GMT
Liverpool turns their attention to Europe after losing 3-0 to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. Their Champions League campaign paints a different picture, with three straight wins and a climb to eighth. They also beat Real Madrid 1-0 at Anfield in their last home match.
Liverpool aims to extend their strong Champions League run at Anfield
PSV arrive unbeaten in 11 matches in all competitions and sit top of the Eredivisie. Guus Til has been central to their run, scoring seven goals in his last five league games. Former Spurs winger Ivan Perisic is another key figure. Arne Slot knows PSV well, facing them more than any other club, yet Liverpool lost their last meeting in a 3-2 match away from home.
Paris Saint-Germain v Tottenham Hotspur – Wednesday, 26 November, 20:00 GMT
Tottenham travel to Paris after their heavy derby defeat to Arsenal. Spurs remain unbeaten in Europe this season with two wins and two draws, placing them 10th in the table. However, they must cope without Brennan Johnson after his red card against Copenhagen.
PSG prepare to host Tottenham at Parc des Princes in their league-phase meeting
PSG enter as favourites and could welcome back Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembele. Yet Desire Doue remains unavailable with a thigh injury. The matchup is a repeat of the UEFA Super Cup final, which PSG won on penalties after a late comeback.
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Final Thoughts
The Champions League matches across 25 and 26 November bring key tests for English clubs as they navigate the league phase. With tight standings and major fixtures on the schedule, every result this week carries weight for the teams involved.
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