The latest Chelsea news as the Blues’ Champions League opponents Barcelona had a distressing pre-match trip to Stamford Bridge.
What you need to know about the Barcelona bus incident prior to the Champions League clash against Chelsea
- Barcelona’s official team bus was ‘ambushed’ while travelling to Stamford Bridge ahead of their Champions League clash against Chelsea on Tuesday evening. The vehicle was reportedly attacked in London, causing an immediate disruption to the visiting squad’s pre-match routine.
- The attack resulted in physical damage to the bus, with staff members being forced to patch up a shattered window upon arrival. Reports stated that the unsettling experience left several Barcelona players feeling “shaken” before the key European fixture.
- In response to the dangerous incident, a police investigation has officially been launched. Authorities were called to the scene and are now looking to identify and apprehend the individuals responsible for the assault on the team transport.
- Despite the chaotic and aggressive pre-match incident, the Champions League fixture between the two giants proceeded as scheduled. On the pitch, Chelsea dominated the game, ultimately securing a comfortable 3-0 victory over the Catalan side on their home turf.
- The match was quite eventful, too, featuring a red card for Barcelona captain Ronald Araujo just before the half-time whistle. Chelsea’s victory was cemented by goals from Brazilian wonderkid Estevao and Liam Delap, along with an own goal.
- The Barcelona players’ post-match plans were expedited. The ‘shaken’ squad members were driven directly to Gatwick Airport immediately after the final whistle to begin their journey home.
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