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All eyes turns to an important night of European football. A pair of intriguing fixtures headline the schedule, with sides fighting for important points as the group phase continues.

The Chelsea Conundrum

What version of the London club will show up on Italian soil? Their last Champions League outing was a statement, a comprehensive 3-0 victory against Barcelona which was a peak for their manager's reign. However, form has been elusive since then. A solid tie with their London rivals was followed by a loss away to Leeds United, followed by a lackluster stalemate at Bournemouth means they arrive with momentum sapped.

They face a dangerous Atalanta that sits tied in the standings alongside them. La Dea endured a heavy loss in their first game in Paris but have remained unbeaten on the continent ever since, contrasting somewhat mid-table results in Serie A.

Tottenham's Test

Much like their rivals, Tottenham have been famously unreliable. A 5-3 defeat in Paris, coming between painful losses to Arsenal and Fulham, piled scrutiny on manager the Danish coach. But, recent domestic outings – four points available – have provided a measure of calm.

Tonight, they host Czech opponents still searching for their first victory in the competition. These are precisely the kind of match that simply must be won for any hopes of climbing towards the knockout places, especially with upcoming games versus Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt still to come.

Elsewhere Across Europe

The action is not limited to those two matches. In a key encounter, the Blaugrana will look to bounce back from their defeat as they welcome the German side. Meanwhile, high-flying PSV will provide a major challenge to the defence of Atlético Madrid. Rounding out the night, AS Monaco hosts Galatasaray in an encounter which promises to be a goal-fest. Every game begin this evening.

A crucial night for the tournament standings is upon us, as clubs striving to secure their path towards the knockout rounds.