MICHAEL BALLACK has written off Chelsea’s chances of winning the Champions League.
The May 19 final between the Blues and Bayern Munich will be played in the German side’s home ground the Allianz Arena.
And Ballack – who has played for both clubs – believes that Bayern’s home advantage will prove too much for Roberto Di Matteo’s side.
The Bayer Leverkusen midfielder said: “I think Barcelona would have been the only team capable of contesting a final abroad and winning it.
“It is a huge advantage when you are at home in a final, where a lot of emotions play a role.
“This is an emotional advantage that Chelsea cannot compensate for.”
But Ballack insists he is entirely neutral and added: “I have my fingers crossed for both sides.”
The Sun
