"Which Chelsea will we see tonight in Bergamo? Last time out in the Champions League, they dispatched Barcelona 3-0 in a high watermark for Enzo Maresca's reign. They followed that up with a creditable draw at home to Arsenal then went to Elland Road and were well beaten. Saturday's dour draw at Bournemouth means they arrive in Italy with momentum sapped, and face a dangerous opponent sitting level on points in Uefa's big league ladder."
"Atalanta lost their opener 4-0 at PSG but are unbeaten in Europe since, defying their deeply mid-table league form. Much like their cross-town rivals, Tottenham can only be relied upon to be unreliable. A 5-3 defeat in Paris, sandwiched between painful losses to Arsenal and Fulham, put Thomas Frank under pressure but four points from six in the Premier League have steadied the ship."
Chelsea recorded a 3-0 Champions League win over Barcelona but produced mixed domestic results, including a draw with Arsenal, a heavy defeat at Elland Road and a dour draw at Bournemouth, leaving confidence weakened before the trip to Bergamo. Atalanta began with a 4-0 loss at PSG but have since remained unbeaten in Europe despite poor Serie A form. Tottenham suffered a 5-3 defeat in Paris and other painful losses, yet recent Premier League results have steadied their season. Slavia Prague remain winless and present a must-win for Spurs. Other fixtures include Barcelona v Frankfurt, PSV v Atletico and Monaco v Galatasaray. Kick-offs: 8pm (GMT).
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