UEFA Champions League Preview: Chelsea, Liverpool & Newcastle in Action Tonight
The penultimate round of the UEFA Champions League league phase continues tonight, with nine fixtures taking place across Europe. Premier League clubs will be keen to maintain momentum, with Chelsea, Liverpool, and Newcastle United all in action following impressive victories for Tottenham and Arsenal on Tuesday.
BAR 1 Betting brings you a detailed breakdown of key stats, facts, and betting trends ahead of tonight’s standout matches. Bet Builders, Match Specials, and Price Boosts are available for every Champions League game this season via the new-look BAR 1 Betting website and app.
Chelsea vs Pafos Preview
Kick-off: 8:00pm | Venue: Stamford Bridge
It has been a hectic start to life at Chelsea for new head coach Liam Rosenior, who tonight leads the Blues into a fourth different competition in just four matches as they host Pafos in the Champions League.
Rosenior’s reign began with a convincing 5–1 FA Cup win away at Charlton, followed by a spirited EFL Cup semi-final first-leg defeat to Arsenal. His first Premier League match ended in a 2–0 home win over Brentford, although the Bees missed several key chances.
While the jury remains out on Rosenior’s long-term prospects, this represents a favourable Champions League assignment. Pafos have collected six points from six games, but arrive in London after a domestic defeat and are yet to score an away goal in the competition.
Key Stats & Betting Angles
- Chelsea have scored exactly two goals in four of their last five home matches
- Pafos have conceded exactly two goals in five of their last seven away games
- Correct Score: Chelsea 2–0 is priced at 11/2
A Chelsea victory could see the two-time Champions League winners climb into the top eight, earning automatic qualification for the last 16. An unlikely Pafos win would push the Cypriot side into the top 24, keeping knockout hopes alive.
Head-to-Head:
Cypriot teams have won just one of 21 meetings with English opposition in all competitions (D3, L17).
Pafos defender David Luiz may miss a reunion with his former club after being forced off injured after just 12 minutes in last weekend’s defeat.
Match Betting: Chelsea 1/9, Draw 37/5, Pafos 19/1
Marseille vs Liverpool Preview
Kick-off: 8:00pm | Venue: Stade Vélodrome
Liverpool face one of Europe’s most hostile atmospheres as they travel to the Stade Vélodrome to take on Marseille.
The French side boasts an excellent home record, having won two of three Champions League home matches this season. Across all competitions, Marseille have been beaten just twice at home (W8, D2). Newcastle fell to a 2–1 defeat here in November.
Liverpool will take confidence from their professional victory at the San Siro, their second away win of the Champions League league phase.
Match Context
- Marseille require a positive result to keep top-eight hopes alive
- Liverpool have drawn their last four Premier League matches
- A draw tonight is priced at 27/10
Managed by former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi, the Marseille boss has lost just one of the five matches he has overseen against Liverpool. Meanwhile, Arne Slot’s side were booed off after a weekend draw with Burnley, extending their domestic winless run.
Liverpool’s defensive struggles remain a concern, with just two clean sheets in their last seven matches, especially against a Marseille side that has scored 14 goals in their last two games.
Goal Trends
- 9 of Marseille’s last 12 matches have featured over 2.5 goals
- Over 2.5 goals in tonight’s game is 4/7
Player Betting Focus
- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Marseille)
- Dominik Szoboszlai (Liverpool)
- Florian Wirtz (Liverpool)
- Goal or assist in five of his last seven games
- Boosted from 59/20 to 7/2 to score anytime
Former Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood is in red-hot form for Marseille, scoring nine goals in his last seven appearances, including a French Cup hat-trick. Greenwood previously scored against Liverpool in the FA Cup in 2021.
Popular Bet Builder:
- Hugo Ekitike 2+ shots on target
- Florian Wirtz 1+ shot on target
- Mason Greenwood 1+ shot on target
Odds: 9/1
Match Betting: Marseille 5/2, Draw 11/4, Liverpool 10/11
Newcastle United vs PSV Eindhoven Preview
Kick-off: 8:00pm | Venue: St James’ Park
Newcastle’s inconsistent season continued with a 0–0 draw at Wolves, leaving Eddie Howe’s side eighth in the Premier League. Despite domestic struggles, a top-eight Champions League finish remains achievable.
The Magpies begin the round 13th in the 36-team league phase, just three points off the top eight, but have failed to win their last two Champions League matches.
PSV Overview
PSV are best remembered this season for their stunning win at Anfield, and they nearly claimed a point against Atletico Madrid last time out, only conceding a late winner.
Currently 21st in the table, PSV’s priority is securing a top-24 finish, especially with Bayern Munich still to come.
Home & Away Trends
- Newcastle have lost just one of their last 14 home matches (W11, D2)
- Only four defeats in their last 34 European home games
- PSV arrive on a six-match winning streak
- PSV remain unbeaten away in the UCL this season (W1, D2)
Head-to-Head:
PSV lead the series (W2, D1, L1) and are bidding to win back-to-back away games against English sides for the first time since 1997, when they last won at St James’ Park.
Betting Insight
- 5 of Newcastle’s 6 UCL matches featured over 2.5 goals
- All six PSV UCL games saw both teams score
- BTTS (Both Teams to Score): 11/20
Match Betting: Newcastle 1/3, Draw 9/2, PSV 33/5
Final Thoughts
With knockout stage qualification on the line, tonight’s Champions League fixtures promise drama, goals, and standout performances. Be sure to check out the latest Bet Builders and Price Boosts available on the BAR 1 Betting website and app – Now featuring 2up Early Payout!
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