It was basically impossible to play against Pep's Barcelona. When Fernando killed the game off at the end, I knew that something divine had taken place': Ex-Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo recalls iconic 2012 Champions League semi-final win

Roberto Di Matteo reflects on Chelsea's monumental 2012 Champions League semi-final win against Barcelona, where the team faced incredible odds. Despite overcoming a one-goal lead and suffering setbacks, including a red card for John Terry and a missed penalty from Lionel Messi, Chelsea produced a heroic performance. Key moments included Ramires's chip that restored their advantage and Fernando Torres's last-minute goal cementing their historic victory. Di Matteo emphasizes the belief and extraordinary effort that powered Chelsea past one of the greatest teams in football history.

We knew we would have to defend and just create an opening whenever we could. We'd won the home leg 1-0, so we had to try to build on that.

It was a moment of belief and a moment of fate. Aside from the skill and effort we put into that tie, it felt like something extraordinary was guiding us.

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