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Luis Suarez backs Barcelona to beat Chelsea at Nou Camp fortress after Lionel Messi's important equaliser: 'Our strength is being better at home'

Barcelona forward Luis Suarez has backed his side to go on and beat Chelsea at the Nou Camp after Lionel Messi's crucial equaliser ended the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie a draw.

The Argentine struck with 15 minutes to go to cancel out Willian's opener, swinging the balance firmly in the Catalans' favour.

And Messi's strike partner believes the crucial away goal has handed Barcelona the initiative they need to get the job done at home next month.

Luis Suarez believes Lionel Messi's equaliser has handed Barcelona a massive advantage
Luis Suarez believes Lionel Messi's equaliser has handed Barcelona a massive advantage
Messi struck just 15 minutes before time to ensure Barca came away with a share of the spoils
Messi struck just 15 minutes before time to ensure Barca came away with a share of the spoils

'It was a beneficial goal for the second leg to have more space at the Nou Camp,' Suarez said, via Marca.