Bergamo's Team Takes On The Blues, Tottenham Welcomes Slavia Prague – A Night of European Action
All eyes is on a crucial round of continental clashes. Two intriguing fixtures headline the lineup, as sides fighting for important standings as the group phase continues.
A Question Mark Over Chelsea
What version of the London club will show up on Italian soil? Their last Champions League performance was a statement, a comprehensive 3-0 victory against the Catalan giants that stood as a high point in Enzo Maresca's reign. Yet, form has been unpredictable since then. A credible tie with their London rivals came before a defeat at Leeds, and a lackluster stalemate on the south coast means they arrive with momentum sapped.
They face a tricky Atalanta who are tied in the standings alongside them. La Dea suffered a heavy loss in their first game at PSG yet have remained unbeaten on the continent ever since, contrasting somewhat modest results in Serie A.
Spurs Seeking Consistency
Similar to their rivals, Ange Postecoglou's side have been famously unreliable. A heavy defeat in Paris, coming between disappointing defeats to Arsenal and Fulham, had increased pressure on boss Thomas Frank. But, the last two domestic outings – a win and a draw available – have provided a measure of calm.
This evening, they welcome a Slavia Prague side still searching for their first victory in this year's tournament. This is precisely the kind of fixture that simply must be won for any hopes of climbing into the top eight, especially with upcoming games versus Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt still to come.
Other Key Fixtures
The action extends beyond those two matches. In a key encounter, the Blaugrana will aim to bounce back after their loss when they host the German side. Meanwhile, high-flying PSV pose a stern test for the defence of Atlético Madrid. Rounding out the night, AS Monaco hosts Galatasaray in a match that has all the makings to be a high-scoring affair. Every game begin this evening.
A pivotal night in the group stage awaits, with teams fighting for a route into the latter stages.
