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The focus is on an important evening in the Champions League. Two intriguing encounters headline the lineup, as sides competing for crucial standings as the group phase continues.

Chelsea's Inconsistent Form

Which iteration of Chelsea will show up in Bergamo? Their last Champions League performance was a statement, an emphatic three-goal win over the Catalan giants which was a peak in their manager's tenure. Yet, results has proven unpredictable since then. A solid tie against Arsenal came before a loss away to Leeds United, followed by a dour draw at Bournemouth has left them with momentum drained.

Awaiting them is a tricky Atalanta that sits tied in the standings with them. La Dea suffered a 4-0 opening defeat at PSG yet have gone undefeated in Europe since, contrasting their modest results in Serie A.

Tottenham's Test

Similar to their rivals, Ange Postecoglou's side have been notoriously unreliable. A heavy defeat away to PSG, sandwiched between painful defeats to Arsenal and Fulham, piled scrutiny on boss the Danish coach. However, the last two league results – four points available – have provided a measure of calm.

This evening, they host a Slavia Prague side still searching for their first victory in this year's tournament. This is exactly the type of match which Spurs need to be won for any hopes to climb towards the knockout places, especially with forthcoming challenges against Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt still to come.

Elsewhere Across Europe

The drama is not limited to England and Italy. In a notable game, the Blaugrana will look to respond after their loss as they welcome Eintracht Frankfurt. Meanwhile, free-scoring PSV Eindhoven will provide a major challenge to the backline of Atlético Madrid. Rounding out the night, Monaco entertains the Turkish champions in an encounter which promises to be a high-scoring affair. All matches kick off at 8pm GMT.

A crucial night in the group stage awaits, as clubs fighting for a route towards the knockout rounds.