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All eyes is on an important evening in the Champions League. A pair of intriguing encounters headline the lineup, as teams fighting for vital points in the group stage.

A Question Mark Over Chelsea

What version of the London club will show up in Bergamo? Their previous Champions League performance served as a declaration, an emphatic three-goal win over the Catalan giants that stood as a peak in Enzo Maresca's tenure. However, form has been elusive afterwards. A solid draw with Arsenal was followed by a defeat away to Leeds United, followed by a lackluster draw at Bournemouth means they arrive with momentum sapped.

Awaiting them is a tricky opponent that sits level on points alongside them. La Dea endured a 4-0 loss in their first game in Paris but have gone undefeated on the continent ever since, defying somewhat mid-table domestic form.

A Must-Win for Tottenham

Much like their rivals, Tottenham have been famously unreliable. A 5-3 defeat away to PSG, coming between disappointing losses to Arsenal and Fulham, had increased pressure on boss the Danish coach. But, recent domestic outings – a win and a draw available – have provided a measure of calm.

This evening, they welcome Czech opponents still searching for their first victory in the competition. This is exactly the type of fixture that simply must be won for any hopes to climb into the top eight, especially with upcoming challenges against Borussia Dortmund and Frankfurt still to come.

The Evening's Other Games

The drama extends beyond England and Italy. One key encounter, the Blaugrana will look to respond from their defeat as they welcome the German side. Meanwhile, free-scoring PSV will provide a stern test to the defence of Diego Simeone's team. Finally, AS Monaco hosts Galatasaray in an encounter which promises to be a goal-fest. All matches begin at 8pm GMT.

A pivotal evening for the tournament standings awaits, as clubs striving for their path into the latter stages.