The Champions League rookies FC Nordsjaelland takes on last seasons winner from Chelsea FC in Match of the Week.

Champions League Group E
Parken
02.01.2012 @ 19.45 BST

What is the status of the two teams, before the match?

The home team is only missing the talented striker Joe Sisse for the match against Chelsea FC. The English is also missing one player as the striker Daniel Sturridge is out in this match. 

How is the two teams form?

The Danes lookes sharp in their 3-0 win against Esbjerg this weekend. The team is currently positioned as number three in the Danish league and is still in the Danish Cup. Chelsea is unbeaten in the Premier League and won 6-0 in last week's Capital One Cup match. 

What to expect from this match?
Taking a look on the two squads, there is no doubt that Chelsea is the best team. However, the Danes belives in their chance, and that they can overcome the English defends with their speed. John Terry is pointed out as the weakest link on the Chelsea team, by FCN coach Kasper Hjulmand. One thing is for sure the Danes are not going to lie down and let Chelsea play. However, the Londoners will push forward from the first whistle blow and play some attacking football.

Who is going to win?

Chelsea are favorites in the match, and even though FCN belives in their chance I don't see them as a winner in this match. Chelsea is not going to underestimate the Danes and will have a strong starting XI. 

What are the odds? 

Chelsea is be far favorites in this match. Any other result than a victory to the English will be a surprise. The same opinion is shared by most of the bookmakers given a 4/11 back on a Chelsea victory.