Futbol Club Barcelona vs. FC Basel 1893, 1:1

FC Barcelona have little to worry about in the Champions League, and the new Primera Division leaders should be able to relax ahead of their game with FC Basel. The Swiss stood no chance against the Catalans two weeks ago, when Pep Guardiola's side easily secured a 0-5 victory. Barcelona have been in great form lately, having won all of their last eleven games. Eric Abidal is still out for the Spaniards, while Basel have to do without Scott Chipperfield, who needs surgery. Carlitos might be able to make his return from injury. REVIEW: A draw with Swiss side FC Basel was enough for FC Barcelona to secure their spot in the next round of this year's Champions League. After their 0-5 win in Switzerland two weeks ago, things weren't as easy at Camp Nou on Tuesday. The home side needed until after the hour mark to break the deadlock. It was then that Argentinian striker curled a shot past the opposing keeper for 1-0. Not much later, defender Pique came close to a second but hit the post. The visitors then came back and equalised with eight minutes left in regular time, as a Derdiyok volley ended up behind the keeper for 1-1. While Barcelona get to prepare for the next round, Basel now have only one point from four games, which officially leaves them out of contention. A spot in the UEFA Cup is still possible.

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