Bologna vs Atalanta: Prediction, Team News, and Lineups Preview

Bologna and Atalanta BC are set to face off at Stadio Dall’Ara on Wednesday evening. With just one place and one point separating the teams in the Serie A standings, this match is crucial for both sides. Bologna has struggled recently, failing to win in their last five league games, while Atalanta arrives after an impressive victory against Roma.

Match Preview

This encounter marks the second meeting between Bologna and Atalanta in a short span. In their last match, Bologna faced a challenging defeat against Inter Milan, losing 3-1. This loss ended a previous unbeaten streak of nine games. Currently, Bologna sits in seventh place, having seen their performance at home decline significantly, gaining only one point from their last three home matches.

Bologna’s Recent Form

• Serie A Record: 1 Win, 4 Losses
• Last Five Matches: W L D L L

Despite earlier successes, including four wins and a draw in their opening five home fixtures, recent performances have left fans wondering. The club holds the Coppa Italia title but has struggled to maintain momentum this season.

Atalanta’s Recent Performance

• Serie A Record: 4 Wins, 2 Losses
• Last Five Matches: L W W W L

Atalanta enters the match after a resounding victory against Roma, marking their fourth consecutive win. This success has propelled them to eighth in the Serie A standings. Under the management of Raffaele Palladino, the team’s performance has significantly improved since replacing Ivan Juric, with a current win rate of 57% in Serie A.

Team News

Bologna will be without Federico Bernardeschi and goalkeeper Lukasz Skorupski, while Jhon Lucumi is dealing with an Achilles tendon issue. Star player Riccardo Orsolini may return to the starting lineup, offering additional attacking options alongside veteran striker Ciro Immobile.

Atalanta will miss Nigeria international Ademola Lookman and Ivorian defender Odilon Kossounou as they compete in the Africa Cup of Nations. Additionally, wing-back Raoul Bellanova is unavailable due to injury, and Sead Kolasinac remains a doubt.

Possible Starting Lineups

Bologna:

• Ravaglia
• Zortea, Heggem, Vitik, Miranda
• Moro, Freuler
• Orsolini, Fabbian, Cambiaghi
• Castro

Atalanta BC:

• Carnesecchi
• Scalvini, Hien, Djimsiti
• Zappacosta, De Roon, Ederson, Zalewski
• De Ketelaere, Pasalic
• Scamacca

Match Prediction

Given their close positions in the standings, this match could conclude in a draw. Both teams have had their share of challenges, making a 1-1 scoreline a likely outcome. Bologna’s recent difficulties at home may balance with Atalanta’s struggle away, suggesting both teams might settle for a point.