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All eyes is on a crucial night of European football. Two intriguing matches take center stage in the schedule, as sides fighting for vital points as the group phase continues.

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 three-goal win over the Catalan giants that stood as a peak in Enzo Maresca's reign. Yet, results has proven elusive since then. A credible draw with Arsenal came before a loss away to Leeds United, followed by a lackluster draw on the south coast means they arrive with momentum sapped.

Awaiting them is a tricky Atalanta who are level on points alongside them. The Italian side endured a 4-0 loss in their first game at PSG yet have gone undefeated in Europe ever since, contrasting somewhat mid-table domestic form.

Tottenham's Test

Much like their London counterparts, Tottenham have been notoriously unreliable. A 5-3 loss in Paris, coming between disappointing losses in the Premier League, piled scrutiny on manager the Danish coach. However, recent league results – a win and a draw available – have offered some stability.

This evening, they host a Slavia Prague side yet to win in this year's tournament. These are exactly the type of fixture which Spurs need to be won for any hopes to climb towards the knockout places, particularly given forthcoming games versus Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt on the horizon.

Elsewhere Across Europe

The drama is not limited to England and Italy. In a notable game, the Blaugrana will aim to bounce back from their defeat when they host Eintracht Frankfurt. At the same time, high-flying PSV pose a major challenge for the defence of Atlético Madrid. Finally, Monaco entertains the Turkish champions in a match which promises of a potential goal-fest. Every game begin this evening.

A crucial evening for the tournament standings awaits, as clubs fighting to secure their path towards the knockout rounds.