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Chelsea know stats say beat Barcelona this week and they're into final

Chelsea will reach the Champions League final if they beat Barcelona this week.

The Sun says stats gurus Opta sent some astonishing evidence that gives Chelsea hope as they bid to avenge their 2009 semi-final loss.

This time the first leg is at the Bridge.

And Barcelona have been eliminated EVERY time they have lost the first leg of a Champions League semi, at home (once) or away (twice).

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