Barcelona star Iniesta should brace for frosty Chelsea recep

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asked Aug 2, 2022 in H&E by seestyle (3,340 points)

Cesar Azpilicueta has warned Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta to expect a hostile reception from the Chelsea fans at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday.

Iniesta stunned Blues supporters with a sublime stoppage-time strike to earn a 1-1 draw in the second leg of Cam Denson Jersey their 2008-09 Champions League semi-final, sending 10-man Barca through to the final on away goals.

It was a hammer blow for Chelsea, who saw multiple penalty claims turned down by referee Tom Henning Ovrebo Sedrick Barefield Jersey in an outcome that still rankles with the club's faithful.

, but Azpilicueta thinks it is unlikely he will be made to Rashaan Salaam Jersey feel welcome.

"I remember that I was in Osasuna when he scored that goal to take Barcelona to the final in Rome," the versatile defender told AS.

"That changed his history so much and I think the Chelsea fans still feel that in their hearts.

"I think Andres continues to generate nightmares and I do not think we will get a good reception." Johnathan Lloyd Jersey

With Chelsea 19 points adrift of Premier League leaders Manchester City, the Champions League and FA Cup represent the Blues'only remaining chances of Mfiondu Kabengele Jersey ending the season with some silverware.

"I can tell you that we are very excited to get to the quarter-finals, although it will not be easy," said Azpilicueta.

"It's always interesting to play against a team that has many of the best players in the world. Barca play well, they know what to do at all times and the challenge is exciting."

making the difference, he added: "By playing the game of our dreams and being together. There is no other way. He Victor Bailey Jr. Jersey is a different player from the rest."

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