AS Roma vs Atalanta Prediction: 2/12/2024

Roma has underperformed this season, currently sitting in 12th place in Serie A, 12 points behind the 6th spot. This poor form has made their chances of qualifying for European competitions slim, and the club has already changed coaches twice this season.

After losing three out of their last four matches before the international break, Ivan Juric was dismissed. Under Claudio Ranieri’s management, Roma struggled to recover, suffering a 1-0 defeat to league leaders Napoli. Meanwhile, Atalanta, who made history by winning the Europa League last season, has strong ambitions this year, positioning themselves as a top contender for the Scudetto.

Gian Piero Gasperini’s side is currently second in Serie A, just one point behind the leader. Confident and in great form, Atalanta has won their last seven league games, including impressive victories over Genoa, Venice, Hellas Verona, Monza, Napoli, Udinese, and Parma. Their dominance continued in the Champions League, where they triumphed 1-6 against Young Boys this week.

Roma, on the other hand, will miss key players like defender Hermoso, winger Saelemaekers, and striker Shomurodov. Midfielder Pisilli is also suspended due to yellow card accumulation. Roma’s attack relies heavily on Ukrainian forward Dovbyk, who has scored four goals in Serie A, and French midfielder Koné, who have been among the few bright spots this season.

However, key players like Pellegrini and Dybala have failed to meet expectations. Atalanta, despite missing injured players like Zappacosta and Scamacca, remains formidable. Their attacking duo of De Ketelaere and Retegui, who each scored twice against Young Boys, continues to impress. Lookman, with 7 goals and 4 assists in Serie A, is also expected to start in the upcoming match.

Prediction

Atalanta’s recent form has been exceptional, securing 33 points from the last 35 available, with six straight wins away from home. Roma, in stark contrast, has struggled, failing to win any of their last 11 matches in Serie A, with four draws and eight losses.

Prediction: Roma 0 : 4 Atalanta