Real Madrid will square off against Chelsea in the UEFA Women’s Champions League on December 17. The high-octane clash is scheduled to be contested at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano in Madrid. Chelsea are leading the Group B having won all five games so far in the competition. Meanwhile, the hosts are currently holding the second place with three points separating them from the group toppers.
Real Madrid W vs Chelsea W: Match Preview
After a 3-2 defeat in the UEFA Women’s Champions League away fixture against Chelsea, Real Madrid bounced back in the Women’s Champions League, securing victories over Twente and Celtic, respectively. Las Blancas are in fine form, having suffered just one defeat in their last 10 matches. They are coming off a commanding 4-1 victory over Deportivo La Coruna W in Liga F.
Chelsea, on the other hand, will head into the upcoming match, securing victories in all five group stage games. The Blues, who are holding the top spot in the Women’s Super League standings, have secured victories in their nine matches this season but had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Leicester City in their most recent fixture. They still remain unbeaten in both domestic and European championship, highlighting their prowess this season.
Real Madrid W vs Chelsea W: Head-to-Head
Real Madrid and Chelsea have squared off five times in UEFA Women’s Champions League. Real Madrid haven’t won a game against Chelse yet. Meanwhile, the Blues emerged victorious on three occasions and two matches ended in draws.
Date | Match | Competition |
09/10/2024 | Chelsea W 3-2 Real Madrid W | UEFA Women’s Champions League |
25/01/2024 | Chelsea W 2-1 Real Madrid W | UEFA Women’s Champions League |
16/11/2023 | Real Madrid W 2-2 Chelsea W | UEFA Women’s Champions League |
09/12/2022 | Real Madrid W 1-1 Chelsea W | UEFA Women’s Champions League |
24/11/2022 | Chelsea W 2-0 Real Madrid W | UEFA Women’s Champions League |
Real Madrid W vs Chelsea W: Team News and Predicted Lineups
Real Madrid will continue to miss the service of Maelle Lakrar, who was unavailable for their last two matches owing to injury. They are likely to bring back Oihane Hernandez, Sandie Toletti, Caroline Weir, Filippa Angeldal, Naomie Feller, and Linda Caicedo. For Chelsea, Sophie Ingle, Mia Fishel, Sam Kerr, Lauren James, Kadiesha Buchanan, and Aniek Nouwen will not be available for selection due to respective injuries. Sandy Baltimore’s fitness still remains uncertain.
Real Madrid W Predicted Lineup
Misa; Hernandez, Galvez, Mendez, Carmona; Toletti, Weir, Angeldal; Feller, Caicedo, Bruun
Chelsea W Predicted Lineup
Hampton; Bronze, Bjorn, Bright, Charles; Nusken, Kaptein; Rytting Kaneryd, Macario, Reiten; Ramirez
Real Madrid W vs Chelsea W: Where to Watch
Match Day: December 17, 2024
Match Time: 12:45 PM ET
Venue: Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano, Madrid
Live Streaming: Dazn, Dazn YouTube channel
Real Madrid W vs Chelsea W: Match Prediction
Both Real Madrid and Chelsea are strong from heading into the upcoming UEFA Women’s Champions League fixture. The host, who have suffered just one defeat in their last 10 matches, will look to maintain their momentum. Meanwhile, Chelsea, who have won all their group stage matches in this competition, will be tough opponents. However, the upcoming match is expected to be a hard-fought draw.
Real Madrid W and Chelsea W Predicted Result: 2-2 Draw