On Sunday evening, Atalanta BC will host Fiorentina in Bergamo in a crucial Serie A clash. Both teams are struggling and desperately seeking a victory. Atalanta’s recent European form contrasts sharply with their domestic performances, where they have only managed 13 points from 12 matches, marking their poorest start since 2014. Meanwhile, Fiorentina finds itself near the bottom of the league table, with only one point gained from their last five matches.
Match Preview: Atalanta vs Fiorentina
Atalanta BC, managed by new coach Raffaele Palladino, recently secured a significant win against Eintracht Frankfurt in the UEFA competition. This victory was crucial in alleviating some pressure off the team. However, they come into this match after a disappointing 3-1 loss to Napoli, extending their winless streak in Serie A to eight games.
Fiorentina, on the other hand, has had a difficult season. After last week’s 1-1 draw against Juventus, the club has yet to earn a league victory this term. The team currently holds the record for the lowest points total at this stage of the campaign, and their last league triumph dates back to May. New coach Paolo Vanoli faces the immediate challenge of steering the team away from relegation.
Recent Form
- Atalanta BC: D D D L L L
- Fiorentina: L D L L D D
Team News
Atalanta’s lineup will see some changes as they prepare for a packed schedule. Only Giorgio Scalvini and long-term injury Mitchel Bakker are unavailable. The attack may feature Nikola Krstovic or Gianluca Scamacca, with Ademola Lookman expected to play a pivotal role after some strong performances.
Fiorentina will miss several key players, including Robin Gosens. Moise Kean and Edin Dzeko, both crucial for their goal-scoring abilities, have struggled this season, compounding the team’s offensive woes. Kean has scored only twice, while Dzeko has yet to find the net since his transfer this summer.
Potential Lineups
| Atalanta BC | Fiorentina |
|---|---|
| Carnesecchi; Djimsiti, Hien, Kolasinac; Bellanova, De Roon, Ederson, Zalewski; De Ketelaere, Lookman; Scamacca | De Gea; Pongracic, Mari, Ranieri; Fortini, Fagioli, Mandragora, Sohm, Parisi; Gudmundsson, Kean |
Prediction: Atalanta vs Fiorentina
With the visitors struggling significantly, Atalanta seems poised to capitalize on their current form. Although they have won just three of 17 home matches this season, the spark they found in their recent Champions League game could revive their Serie A fortunes. The predicted score is Atalanta BC 2-0 Fiorentina, as the latter continues to face challenges on both ends of the pitch.
