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All eyes shifts towards a pivotal evening in the Champions League. Two intriguing matches headline the schedule, as teams battling for vital points in the group stage.

A Question Mark Over Chelsea

What version of the London club will we see on Italian soil? Their last Champions League performance was a statement, a comprehensive 3-0 victory against Barcelona that stood as a high point for their manager's tenure. However, form has been unpredictable since then. A credible tie against Arsenal came before a loss at Leeds, followed by a lackluster draw on the south coast means they arrive with confidence sapped.

They face a dangerous Atalanta that sits level on points alongside them. La Dea endured a heavy opening defeat in Paris but have remained unbeaten on the continent ever since, defying somewhat modest results in Serie A.

A Must-Win for Tottenham

Much like their rivals, Ange Postecoglou's side can be famously inconsistent. A heavy defeat away to PSG, coming between painful defeats in the Premier League, piled pressure on manager Thomas Frank. However, the last two domestic outings – four points from six – have offered some stability.

This evening, they host Czech opponents still searching for their first victory in the competition. These are exactly the type of match that simply must be won if they are to climb towards the knockout places, especially with forthcoming challenges against Borussia Dortmund and Frankfurt still to come.

Elsewhere Across Europe

The action is not limited to England and Italy. In a key encounter, the Blaugrana will look to respond after their loss as they welcome the German side. At the same time, high-flying PSV Eindhoven will provide a stern test for the backline of Atlético Madrid. Finally, Monaco hosts the Turkish champions in a match which promises of a potential high-scoring affair. Every game begin at 8pm GMT.

A crucial evening in the group stage is upon us, as clubs fighting for a route into the latter stages.