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All eyes turns to a crucial round of continental clashes. Two compelling matches take center stage in the lineup, with sides battling for vital standings as the group phase continues.

Chelsea's Inconsistent Form

What version of Chelsea will show up on Italian soil? Their last Champions League performance was a statement, an emphatic three-goal win against Barcelona which was a peak for Enzo Maresca's reign. However, form has proven elusive afterwards. A credible draw with Arsenal came before a loss at Leeds, and a lackluster stalemate at Bournemouth has left them with momentum drained.

They face a tricky Atalanta who are tied in the standings alongside them. La Dea endured a heavy opening defeat in Paris but have remained unbeaten on the continent since, defying their modest domestic form.

Spurs Seeking Consistency

Similar to their rivals, Ange Postecoglou's side have been famously unreliable. A 5-3 defeat away to PSG, sandwiched between painful defeats in the Premier League, 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 yet to win in this year's tournament. This is precisely the kind of match that simply must be won if they are to climb towards the knockout places, particularly given upcoming games versus Borussia Dortmund and Frankfurt still to come.

The Evening's Other Games

The action extends beyond those two matches. In a key encounter, the Blaugrana will aim to respond from their defeat when they host Eintracht Frankfurt. Meanwhile, free-scoring PSV Eindhoven will provide a major challenge for the defence of Atlético Madrid. Rounding out the night, AS Monaco hosts the Turkish champions in a match that has all the makings to be a goal-fest. Every game begin this evening.

A crucial night in the group stage is upon us, with teams fighting for a route towards the knockout rounds.