How high is the optimism level after a 5-1-1 stretch for the Leafs? (1:20) Dennis Hildeby stepping up for the team, the team's recent defensive and possession play, and whether Craig Berube has fixed some of the underlying issues (7:20) The team's potential if Chris Tanev can return soon and if the top players improve their recent play (20:20) The dreaded power play conversation (27:10)
Starting with the hosts, while Newcastle might have come flying out of the traps since getting their Champions League adventure, Eddie Howe's men have continued to show some glaring domestic issues. Last seen heading into November's international break with a 3-1 loss away at Brentford, it has been suggested that the former Bournemouth boss has some increasing pressure on his shoulders.
Despite enduring a September blip, the Santa Catanrina-based outfit have come roaring back. Last seen clinching a gritty 1-0 victory away at Ferroviaria, the Greens have won each of their previous three consecutive Serie B appearances by an aggregate score of 5-1. Getting Tuesday's showdown underway knowing that they could jump into silver medal position, Chapecoense will be relishing a return to the Arena Conda late on Tuesday night.
France will look to maintain their perfect record in Group D as they travel to face Iceland in Monday's 2026 World Cup qualifier. Didier Deschamps's team currently top the group with nine points from three games, while Iceland sit third - one point behind second-placed Ukraine in the chase for a play-off berth. Iceland began their qualifying campaign with a 5-0 win over Azerbaijan but have since suffered back-to-back defeats:
