Bologna vs Atalanta Prediction 28 Sep 2024

⚽ Serie A - Round 6 Preview

📅 28 Sep 2024

⏰ 19:45 GMT +1

🏟 Stadio Renato Dall'Ara (Bologna)

Bologna finally registered their first win of the season with a 2-1 victory over struggling Monza in their last Serie A match. Despite earning just six points from their opening five games (W1, D3, L1), it mirrors their start to the 2023/24 season when they eventually secured Champions League qualification. However, Bologna’s defense has been leakier this season, having both scored and conceded twice as many goals as they did after five rounds last term. Home fans will be concerned, with Bologna netting 2+ goals only once in their last six competitive games at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.

Atalanta’s midweek Serie A match was postponed due to weather, but they suffered a shocking 3-2 defeat to newly promoted Como. This marks their third league loss of the season, matching the record of struggling teams like Venezia, Verona, and Cagliari. Manager Gian Piero Gasperini noted his squad looked "drained of energy," which could pose a significant problem with a congested schedule ahead. Atalanta have now lost back-to-back away league games, including a 1-0 defeat to Bologna last December, part of three consecutive H2H losses across all venues, making this an unfavorable matchup for the visitors.

Where to watch Bologna vs Atalanta?

📺 Link to watch Bologna vs Atalanta Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Santiago Castro (Bologna): Contributed three goals (G2, A1) in his last two Serie A matches, with both goals coming after the 75th minute.
• Davide Zappacosta (Atalanta): Scored in the loss to Como, marking his fifth consecutive goal in a match with at least four goals.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Bologna have scored 2+ goals in only one of their last six home games.
• Atalanta have lost back-to-back away league matches.
• None of the last 14 H2H meetings saw both teams score before half-time.

💡 Bologna vs Atalanta Prediction

Bologna’s improving form and Atalanta’s current struggles, especially away from home, suggest that this could be a closely contested affair. Bologna’s resilience at home may just tip the balance in their favor, especially with Atalanta’s energy concerns.

Bologna vs Atalanta Betting Tips

• Both teams to score
• Over 2.5 goals
• Bologna to win