Top 5 predictions for Chelsea vs Juventus | UEFA Champions League 2021-22

#3 Chelsea to win the midfield battle

Chelsea FC v Leicester City - Premier League

Chelsea's midfield trio of Mason Mount, N'Golo Kante and Jorginho were some of the reasons for their stronghold in the Champions League last season. Currently, the Blues boast a perfectly balanced midfield which aids in their performance even when they are playing without a proper striker.

Moreover, Tuchel's system of using two full-backs has reaped dividends so far. The presence of wing-backs like Reece James, Ben Chilwell and Marcos Alonso provides aid to their offensive and defensive structure. It also helps the Chelsea midfielders move into space and dislodge defensive barriers with utter ease.

Meanwhile, Allegri is still looking for the right combination for his midfield. The addition of Maneul Locatelli was a welcome move but the rest of the Juventus midfielders need to step up. Against Chelsea, Juventus' midfielders are likely to suffer, which will help the Blues win the midfield battle.

#2 Juventus forwards likely to suffer against Chelsea's defense

Despite the presence of Juventus in their group, Chelsea have a sensational defensive record of their own in the Champions League. The Premier League giants have been rock solid in their defense and have conceded just one goal in Europe so far this campaign.

The towering presence of Thiago Silva, Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen has been beneficial for Chelsea. Juventus forward Federico Chiesa's goal was the only goal they have conceded in four Champions League games so far.

The presence of full-backs also helps to keep the defensive structure fluid and rigid at the same time.

Although the likes of Alvaro Morata and Chiesa can break any defensive barrier on their day, Chelsea's defense will be another huge challenge for them.

#1 Chelsea and Juventus to play out a tense draw

Leicester City v Chelsea - Premier League

Chelsea and Juventus are two European heavyweights capable of earning a positive result on their day. Both teams boast some world class players in their ranks, with the Blues having better depth on paper. But no one can rule out a team like Juventus, even though they are enduring a difficult start to the campaign.

The Bianconeri have been a bit shaky in Serie A but two consecutive wins will be a huge confidence boost for them. At Stamford Bridge, they will look to repeat their performance in the reverse fixture and confirm their place in the knockout stages of the Champions League.

Chelsea have a stronger squad but they have had trouble against resilient sides so far. A negative result in their fifth match will likely complicate things and Tuchel will have revenge on his mind in their own home.

Our guess is that both teams will play out a tense day, with neither side able to truly dominate and emerge victorious.