Results on matchday five a fortnight ago ended both clubs’ involvement in this season’s competition but, with third spot in Group E and a place in the Europa League still up for grabs, victory will be a priority for all parties at the national stadium this evening.
Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Slutsky – who, it has been announced, will step down as CSKA boss after the game – reiterated what he said ahead of our 1-0 victory in Russia on matchday two by underlining how difficult a test he expects his players to face against us.