What’s expected of the EPL team in tonight’s Champions League fixtures?

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Eden Hazard of Chelsea scores his 2nd and Chelsea's 3rd goal during the UEFA Champions League group C match between Chelsea FC and AS Roma at Stamford Bridge on October 18, 2017 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 18: Eden Hazard of Chelsea scores his 2nd and Chelsea's 3rd goal during the UEFA Champions League group C match between Chelsea FC and AS Roma at Stamford Bridge on October 18, 2017 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) /
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Mourinho has also done a stellar job leading his men toward the round of 16. Lukaku is also parallel to Morata.

He possess the same witt and game style. He has found himself a squad where he can express himself. Now, Lukaku is not the only player that we will have our eye on.

The midfield will be a place that needs to be stable. Sloppy passes often get the best of the Red Devils and causes mistakes they cannot afford – especially in important games. This team is new to the Champions League atmosphere and pace, so Mourinho will need to conduct his train along the same tracks.

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Ahead of a matchup against Benfica, they have to think about their set pieces. This is where United have the best opportunity. Benfica like to play a tight game so using the width and cutting in will need to be done in order to catch a foul or let off a shot.

In their previous matchup with the Portuguese club, they were lucky that young goalkeeper Mile Svilar made a mistake. The midfield need to start cleaning up and becoming more constructive of their attacks.