Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic is convinced that "blaugranas" will have to give one hundred percent to pass Chelsea in the 1/8 finals of the Champions League.

"We all know Chelsea players, and this is a strong club. Going further will not be easy. This is a strong team, working well in all areas of the field. We need to get down to business, forgetting that we will have a return game in Barcelona. We will try to play as best as possible tomorrow - score goals and win, "said Rakitic.

"We used to play three hitters, and now we're playing two. It's quite different when you have Neimar in the team, but now we do not have one. We must work together. We know that we have a lot to work on, we have a lot to add. Although, we are already used to acting in two forwards. Maybe, as the transition back to three will be difficult for us ".

"We are filled with the desire to fight in the top matches, and tomorrow will be just such a meeting. It is necessary to control the events on the field. We know that we can add much, but it will still be a very difficult match. It is necessary to show one hundred percent of the possible. First of all, we need to focus on the game tomorrow and not think about a return meeting. Our motivation is at the highest point ".

"Perhaps, Eder Azar is the most important Chelsea player, but we understand that the team is not exhausted by the team. You have to be prepared not to let him turn around tomorrow. He is very fast, dangerous in one-to-one. It is necessary to cope with it and all Chelsea. We are waiting for a special match ".

"The upcoming matches will be different from previous meetings with Chelsea. I discussed with Andres Iniesta his goal, special episodes. We talked a lot about the stadium. Tomorrow there will be another match. It is necessary to forget that it was before and to play as best as possible.

Our guys played a lot of matches at Stamford Bridge, and tomorrow's game will be special for them ".

"We know that our coach is working on all the small things and will be ready for any development of the meeting. We need to think only about what will be on the field. Learn the strengths of Chelsea, their sea. To overcome it, we must play stronger. The match will be fascinating ".

The match between Chelsea and Barcelona will be held on Tuesday, February 20. The beginning of the meeting at 21:45 Kiev time.