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All eyes turns to an important evening in the Champions League. A pair of intriguing matches take center stage in the schedule, as sides competing for vital points in the group stage.

Chelsea's Inconsistent Form

Which iteration of Chelsea will we see in Bergamo? Their last Champions League performance was a statement, a comprehensive 3-0 victory against the Catalan giants that stood as a peak in their manager's tenure. However, results has been elusive afterwards. A credible draw with Arsenal was followed by a defeat away to Leeds United, followed by a lackluster draw on the south coast has left them with momentum sapped.

Awaiting them is a dangerous Atalanta who are tied in the standings alongside them. The Italian side endured a heavy opening defeat in Paris but have gone undefeated in Europe since, defying their modest domestic form.

A Must-Win for Tottenham

Similar to their rivals, Ange Postecoglou's side can be famously unreliable. A heavy defeat away to PSG, sandwiched between painful defeats in the Premier League, had increased pressure on boss Thomas Frank. However, recent league results – four points available – have provided a measure of calm.

Tonight, they welcome Czech opponents still searching for their first victory in this year's tournament. This is exactly the type of match that simply must secure three points from for any hopes of climbing into the top eight, especially with upcoming games against Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt still to come.

Other Key Fixtures

The drama extends beyond England and Italy. In a notable game, Barcelona will look to respond after their loss as they welcome Eintracht Frankfurt. Meanwhile, high-flying PSV will provide a major challenge to the defence of Atlético Madrid. Rounding out the night, AS Monaco entertains Galatasaray in an encounter which promises of a potential goal-fest. Every game kick off this evening.

A crucial evening for the tournament standings awaits, with teams fighting for a route into the latter stages.