🔗 Share this article Bergamo's Team Takes On Chelsea, Spurs Hosts Slavia Prague – An Evening of European Action All eyes is on a crucial round of continental clashes. A pair of compelling encounters take center stage in the lineup, as sides fighting for important standings in the group stage. Chelsea's Inconsistent Form What version of Chelsea will appear in Bergamo? Their last Champions League performance was a statement, an emphatic three-goal win over the Catalan giants that stood as a high point for Enzo Maresca's reign. However, results has proven unpredictable since then. A credible draw against Arsenal came before a defeat away to Leeds United, and a lackluster stalemate on the south coast means they arrive with confidence drained. Awaiting them is a tricky Atalanta who are tied in the standings with them. The Italian side suffered a 4-0 loss in their first game at PSG yet have remained unbeaten on the continent since, defying somewhat modest results in Serie A. Tottenham's Test Much like their London counterparts, Ange Postecoglou's side can be famously inconsistent. A heavy defeat away to PSG, coming between disappointing defeats to Arsenal and Fulham, had increased pressure on manager Thomas Frank. But, the last two domestic outings – a win and a draw available – have offered a measure of calm. Tonight, they welcome Czech opponents yet to win in the competition. These are precisely the kind of match that simply must be won for any hopes to climb towards the knockout places, particularly given forthcoming challenges against Borussia Dortmund and Frankfurt still to come. Elsewhere Across Europe The drama extends beyond those two matches. In a key encounter, Barcelona will aim to respond after their loss as they welcome the German side. At the same time, free-scoring PSV pose a stern test to the defence of Diego Simeone's team. Rounding out the night, Monaco hosts the Turkish champions in a match that has all the makings of a potential high-scoring affair. Every game begin this evening. A pivotal evening for the tournament standings awaits, with teams striving for their path into the latter stages.