Chelsea faces Shakhtar Donetsk, Juventus and Nordsjaelland in Champions League Group E

CHELSEA

SEASON 2011-12 League: Sixth Europe: Champions League winners

Manager: Roberto Di Matteo Appointed: 2012 Stadium: Stamford Bridge Capacity: 41,837 Best Champions League performance:Winners (2012)

THE DANGER MAN Eden Hazard The Belgium international appeared to be on his way to one of the Manchester clubs, but eventually opted to join Chelsea instead, much to the delight of the Blues' fans. The versatile attacker has not disappointed in the opening weeks of the 2012-13 season with some fine performances, and Hazard is likely to be one of the stars of the Champions League this term.

SHAKHTAR

SEASON 2011-12 League: Champions Europe: Champions League group stage

Manager: Mircea Lucescu Appointed: 2004 Stadium: Donbass Arena Capacity: 52,187 Best Champions League performance:Quarter-finals (2010-11)

THE DANGER MAN Darijo Srna Despite boasting a plethora of Brazilians, captain Darijo Srna is the man opposition will want to hamstring if they want to stop the Ukrainians from playing. He's been a key member of the squad for almost a decade now and has flourished in his role as on-field leader, guiding Shakhtar to the 2009 UEFA cup. Deadly from set pieces, the Croatia international sets the tone for Lucescu's side, his work rate and creativity providing those around him with the chance to shine.

JUVENTUS

SEASON 2011-12 League: Champions Europe: N/A

Manager: Antonio Conte (Massimo Carrera on matchdays) Appointed: 2011 Stadium: Juventus Stadium Capacity: 41,000 Best Champions League performance:Winners (1984-85, 1995-96)

THE DANGER MAN Andrea Pirlo After his long, illustrious career with Milan came to an end in 2011, Juventus was quick to snap up the metronomic midfielder, and the rewards have been huge. The Italy international was the inspiration behind their magnificent unbeaten league campaign last term, with his leadership from the center and his ability to place the ball almost anywhere he wants. He also followed that up with an influential role as Italy made the Euro 2012 final during the summer.

NORDSJAELLAND

SEASON 2011-12 League: Champions Europe: Europa League play-off round

Manager: Kasper Hjulmand Appointed: 2011 Stadium: Farum Park Capacity: 10,100 Best Champions League performance:First appearance

THE DANGER MAN Nicolai Stokholm A veteran at 36 years of age, Stokholm has been at Farum Park since completing a switch from Viking FK in 2009, and was handed the captain's armband a week after his arrival. His effect on the team has been plain for all to see. Within 18 months of being at his new club, they had won the Danish cup, which they backed up a year later, and last season he led the team to their first ever league title. A former Denmark international, his experience and know-how will be essential if Hjulmand's underdogs are to avoid a demoralising group stage exit.