“With the way they played today, I don’t think they would be able to do anything in the match against Barcelona. They are not just ready” – This is according to Michael Owen as he claims that Chelsea would lose against Barcelona given the way the club played in their 2-0 triumph over Burnley

“They’re Not Ready for Barcelona” — Michael Owen Issues Brutal Warning to Chelsea Despite 2–0 Win Over Burnley

Chelsea may have secured a comfortable 2–0 victory over Burnley, but according to former England striker Michael Owen, the performance did little to convince him that the Blues are prepared for the major challenge that awaits them: a crucial showdown against Barcelona.

While fans celebrated the three points and another confident display under Enzo Maresca, Owen delivered a stark assessment that has sparked heated debate among supporters.

Owen: “With the way they played today, I don’t think they would be able to do anything against Barcelona.”

Speaking after the match, Owen did not mince words:

“With the way they played today, I don’t think they would be able to do anything in the match against Barcelona. They are not just ready.”

The blunt statement stunned analysts, especially given that Chelsea dominated Burnley for large stretches of the game and recorded a clean sheet.

But Owen insisted that the win masked deeper issues.

A Win That Raised More Questions Than Answers

Despite the 2–0 scoreline, Chelsea’s performance was far from flawless:

• Long spells of sloppy possession

• Poor decision-making in the final third

• Nervous defending under pressure

• Missed chances that should have killed the game early

• Lack of intensity in transitions

These weaknesses might not matter against a struggling Premier League side, but Owen believes Barcelona — even in a rebuilding phase — would ruthlessly exploit them.

“Burnley is not Barcelona.” Owen warns

Owen emphasized that while the victory was welcome, the performance level was nowhere near what is needed for European competition.

He added:

“Burnley allowed them space, time, and freedom. Barcelona will not. What I saw today won’t work against top European sides. Chelsea looked comfortable, but not convincing.”

According to him, Chelsea’s passing tempo was too slow, their press was inconsistent, and their composure in big moments was lacking.

Fans Split: Overreaction or Honest Truth?

Chelsea supporters quickly weighed in online:

Some agreed with Owen:

• “He’s right. We were good, but not sharp enough.”

• “Barcelona will destroy us if we play like this.”

Others were furious:

• “We won 2–0… why the negativity?”

• “Owen always has something to say about Chelsea.”

But neutral analysts also suggested that Chelsea must raise their level significantly before taking on a team like Barcelona.

Enzo Maresca Has Work to Do

Chelsea’s manager, Enzo Maresca, has brought visible improvements:

• More structured build-up

• Better positional play

• Improved defensive organization

But even he admitted after the match that the team must be sharper before their next big test.

Owen’s comments highlight the gap between winning domestically and competing against elite European clubs.

Barcelona Awaits — And The Pressure Is Rising

Barcelona, despite their inconsistencies, remain a physically strong, technically gifted, and tactically disciplined side. They thrive in matches where opponents show hesitation or weakness in midfield — and that is exactly where Chelsea struggled at times against Burnley.

Chelsea now enter the Barcelona match with:

• High expectations

• A growing injury list

• Confidence, but also uncertainty

• Rising tactical scrutiny

Every flaw that Burnley failed to exploit, Barcelona surely will.

Conclusion

Chelsea left Turf Moor with a 2–0 victory, but Michael Owen’s warning has shifted the conversation from celebrating three points to questioning the team’s readiness for elite competition.

The message is clear:

Beating Burnley is one thing. Facing Barcelona is another.

And unless Chelsea show dramatic improvement, their European hopes may be in danger before the match even begins.