Chelsea Legend 11

LOL.... So basically "thanks for knocking out Barca but don't bother showing up in Munich because we're far better than you even with our bench players" Anyways, I have a feeling this will come down to sheer will and determination. Whoever wants it more and shows that desire for the majority of the game will be the victors. I for one don't think Bayern are any better than Napoli or Barca for that matter, incredible attacking options but a defense that can be got at. I'm betting it will be a cagey match with a breakthrough coming in the 2nd half. If we can neutralize the left flank I say we stand a very good chance but having said that few can really stop the likes of Robben and Ribery... This will be a match for the ages I don't think home field will be much of an advantage because when you get to the finals all you think about is hoisting that trophy

Usually the shiny players they go on about are English. Having said that FIFA has recognized him as one of 13 players to watch http://www.fifa.com/worldfootball/clubfootball/news/newsid=1567609.html He's good...

I wonder if that has anything to do with being on Blackburn? Hmmmm....

Well he's been very, very good on loan to Dijon this year so you never know! what is he 21? hard to call a player rubbish at 21...

Being Canadian naturally I wanted Hoilett too especially because we could've had him on a free... Oh well not disappointed the club went out and got Marin, with Romans bank it probably feels like a free anyways.

I disagree, the dressing room is stalked with vets who know these chances don't come along very often! They will want to get through this game BADLY or at least i would! No room for "well no one expects us to win so.." fuck that! we HAVE TO WIN!!!

Highly unlikely with the way Cahill and Terry have played in the last two contests. I would bet it is more precautionary should one not be able to continue

Agreed... really wish he would've gotten a few more league run outs though. He just looks out of sorts right now

From the last game Dutch reporter: In Holland we describe Barcelona's game as a work of art. How should we describe the game of Chelsea? Di Matteo: We play football... Eat a dick Van Der Sar

For those of you screaming for Bertrand was he even named to the 25 man roster?

It will make a difference to a team that knows how to utilize the size of it(Like Barca) and can play inch perfect passes(like Barca) this is a game of inches and space is paramount for teams that play like Barca.

Fresh? this is the biggest game of the year! What are we keeping him "fresh" for QPR? Mata will play, when we have so little possession we will need to use it well and to be honest with you I don't see Bosingwa or Kalou being able to use the ball better than he. All we need is one incisive break and Mata to me is the guy to deliver that ball...

No question we will have to defend but if you honestly think we're gonna go to Camp Nou and clean sheet them there I would advise you to think again. The key to this tie is getting that away goal... I have no doubt Barca will score its a question of how many for me. If we score one they have to score three, that to me will decide the tie. We have to loof to score a goal first then look to defend.

Oh god NO!

My bad Ramires is easily in the side ahead of Kalou

I disagree I feel he's a young man needing some proper guidance. No doubt he possesses the skills to play this game... He is playing in his first season and he's out of position

I don't think this should come as any surprise here's my lineup Cech Ivanovic - Cahill - Terry - Cole Mikel --------- Lampard Meireles Mata ------------------------------------- Ramires Drogba Really wanted one of Sturridge or Torres to make a claim for Kalou's spot but they were woefully bad today. We get the away goal and I think we get through.... we score one they need 3

I really don't know what's happened to him... He's just not up to the paces right after I got his jersey!! (Got it for Christmas) Really think he's gonna need a really good manager to get him playing the right way

Hey fellas! Long time Chelsea fan but first time poster here. Just want to say Robbie has done a brilliant job thus far and has earned the right to have his name mentioned as a permanent manager. I for one think it will be very difficult for him to get it but I say he's a no doubter if he can somehow win the Champions League this year. Anything short of that (top 4, FA Cup) and I think he gets a nice fat cheque from Roman and possibly an advisor role with the club. I really like Robbie but just not sure he's a big enough personality to attract the right kind of players to the club