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CHRIS SUTTON: Antonio Conte will be missed on the sidelines in Tottenham's Champions League decider in Marseille as Spurs face hostile test to finally seal their place in the knockout phase

Tottenham face a crucial test in Marseille on Tuesday night, with a result desperately needed to secure a spot for Spurs in the last-16 of the Champions League.

They will have to do it without Antonio Conte, who misses out through suspension, and they will face a stern challenge from their French opponents, who know victory will secure their own place in the knock-out phase.

Here, CHRIS SUTTON breaks down the things to watch out for in the all-important Group D clash.

Spurs must not let the absence of Antonio Conte from the touchline distract from their game

Conte will be missed in hostile atmosphere

There’s an IKEA about 10 minutes away from Marseille’s Stade Velodrome, just in case Tottenham fancy buying a laundry basket to sneak Antonio Conte into the changing room à la Jose Mourinho.