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The unstoppable force vs. the immovable object.
That might be the bets way to describe the Barcelona-Chelsea UEFA Champions League semifinal series. Barcelona's potent attack struggled to break down Chelsea's defensive discipline and now the sides head to Stamford Bridge for the second leg of their series knowing that a win on Wednesday (2:30pm, ESPN2) means a place in the Champions League final.
Can you really bet against Barcelona after Saturday's mauling of Real Madrid? Or do you give the edge to Chelsea and mastermind Guus "Potato" Hiddink? Can you really see the Blues parking the bus in front of goal and playing an ultra-defensive game at home? Do you think Barcelona's pillaging of Real Madrid's defense is enough to show Chelsea that they have no choice but to defend with 11? Or will Hiddink surprise and go on the attack against a Barcelona defense that will be without the suspended Carles Puyol?
What do you see happening on Tuesday Wednesday? Cast your vote below:
What's my call? I think Barcelona wins 2-1, though I wouldn't be surprised if a surprisingly high-scoring match plays out.
How do you see the match playing out? Where will you be watching?
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