The Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo will host a midweek Lombardy clash as Atalanta, riding high in Serie A, take on a resurgent Monza. The home side aim to continue their formidable run, with recent matches seeing them climb the table.
Monza, meanwhile, approach with newfound resilience, making this fixture an exciting showdown between two motivated teams in Italy's top flight.
Atalanta Recent Form
Atalanta enters this match on the back of three consecutive Serie A victories, the most recent being a remarkable 6-0 win over Hellas Verona.
Over their last five league games, Gian Piero Gasperini's side has amassed four wins and a draw, maintaining one of the league’s strongest attacks with 24 goals to date, including 16 scored at home.
Injury and Team News
Atalanta may see a few rotations as Gasperini juggles squad fitness ahead of a challenging schedule, with players like Lazar Samardzic and Mario Pasalic likely stepping into the starting eleven.
Mateo Retegui, with 10 goals in nine games, is expected to feature, while injuries to Gianluca Scamacca and Giorgio Scalvini leave them sidelined.
Last Atalanta Lineup
Here is how Atalanta lined up in their last match:
Monza Recent Form
Monza comes into this game after a 2-2 draw against Venezia, marking a three-game unbeaten streak. Sitting just above the relegation zone, they’ve shown tenacity recently with a win over Verona and a point against Venezia.
Monza’s form, however, has been inconsistent, with only one win in their last five league games.
Injury and Team News
Alessandro Nesta's side faces challenges in midfield following Warren Bondo’s red card at the weekend, necessitating a reshuffle.
Key players including Samuele Birindelli and Alessio Cragno remain sidelined. Roberto Gagliardini, a Bergamo native and former Atalanta player, may return to add experience.
Last Monza Lineup
Here is how Monza lined up in their last match:
Atalanta Player to Watch
Mateo Retegui stands out, leading Atalanta’s attack with 10 goals in nine league games. His clinical finishing will be key in this clash.
Monza Player to Watch
Matteo Pessina, former Atalanta midfielder, will look to make an impact for Monza, contributing both defensive stability and creativity in the centre.
Prediction
With Atalanta’s prolific scoring, particularly at home, they are likely to overpower Monza, despite potential squad rotations. Monza’s recent form may help them stay competitive, but Atalanta’s quality gives them the edge.
Our Predicted scoreline: Atalanta 3-1 Monza
Betting Tips
Tip 1
Atalanta to win - Given their strong home record and recent form.
Tip 2
Both teams to score - Monza’s recent resilience may allow them a goal, even if Atalanta dominates.
Tip 3
Over 2.5 goals - Atalanta’s high-scoring games at home make this an appealing pick.
