Atalanta take on the visitors Bologna in the quarterfinal match of Coppa Italia. The match will be played on Tuesday, February 4th at Gewiss Stadium (Bergamo).
Atalanta strives to maintain last season’s high standards. The Bergamaschi managed to bounce back last season after a couple of challenging years. Domestically, they reclaimed 4th place in Serie A and reached the Coppa Italia final, though they fell short against Juventus. They also captured the Europa League title, showcasing their quality on the European stage. This season, Atalanta returned to the Champions League, confidently advancing to the knockout stages. They even held their ground against Barcelona last week, finishing 2-2. Despite a rocky start, things clicked into place in Serie A as well. However, a rough patch hit mid-winter, including a loss to Inter in the Supercoppa Italiana. Their last match against Torino ended in yet another draw, showing there’s still room for improvement. Atalanta’s consistency in Europe is promising, but their domestic form needs sharpening to ensure a top-four finish.
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Bologna were direct competitors with Atalanta in Serie A last season. Though they missed out on 4th place, luck was on their side as UEFA granted Italy an additional European spot, which Bologna claimed. However, the summer saw major changes — Thiago Motta left for Juventus, and key players like Joshua Zirkzee and Riccardo Calafiori departed for Manchester United and Arsenal, respectively. Their Champions League debut was underwhelming. After a couple of goalless draws in 2024, they managed a comeback win over Borussia Dortmund, although the coach was replaced before the return leg in Dortmund. Their final group game against Sporting in Lisbon ended in a 1-1 draw. Back in Serie A, under Vincenzo Italiano, they’ve improved after a slow start marked by too many draws, and they’re back in contention for European spots. Last week’s win over Como was a positive sign. Bologna’s resurgence in Serie A is notable, but their inconsistency in Europe highlights the need for stability.
Bologna enjoyed three consecutive wins in this fixture, but in September, they had to settle for a 1-1 draw at home against Atalanta. The hosts are the favorites, but the gap between the two sides is minimal right now. We suggest betting on over 2.5 total goals.
Prediction for the match: Over 2.5 scored goals.
