Chelsea would be looking to get over their 2-2 draw at home to Manchester United at the weekend when they take on BATE in this game. The Blues have been flying high this season as they remain unbeaten in all competitions, however, they have scored just two goals in their opening two group games in this competition so far.
They almost drew their last game against Vidi who are considered the poorest teams in the group, but they should do better in this game as they welcome a Belarusian side who hasn’t won an away game in European group stage competition just yet.
The Blues have dropped points against West Ham, Liverpool, and Manchester United, but overall, they have been good value for winning games with 9 wins from 12 games so far.
BATE fans won’t be too optimistic of their side’s chances when they take to the field for this game. They managed to beat Vidi away in their first group game, but they suffered a humiliating 4-1 loss at home to PAOK, they would be hoping that Eden Hazard is not in a lethal form in this game.
BATE’s win away to Vidi was their first in 13 away days in major European competition too (excluding qualifying matches), and away from home in the Europa League, they have lost 5 of their last 9. This includes a 6-0 demolition at The Emirates last season, which was preceded by a 5-2 loss at Koln just a month before.
