Two of Serie A’s most technically gifted sides meet on Sunday as Atalanta BC welcome Lazio to the Gewiss Stadium. The hosts are one of only two unbeaten teams left in the league, and under new boss Ivan Juric, they’re beginning to find rhythm after a cautious start to life post-Gasperini.
Atalanta’s draw with Como before the break made it six league games without defeat, while wins over Torino and Club Brugge showcased a solid blend of defensive structure and attacking flair. The return of key players such as Gianluca Scamacca and Charles De Ketelaere should further boost their offensive options heading into this clash.
Juric’s men have been strong at home, with Lazar Samardzic in excellent form — five of his seven Atalanta goals have come in Bergamo. With the Champions League resuming next week, the coach may look for control and balance here rather than all-out attack.
Lazio seek stability amid injury woes
Lazio, meanwhile, arrive in Bergamo still searching for consistency. Maurizio Sarri’s team showed fighting spirit in their thrilling 3–3 draw with Torino before the break, with Matteo Cancellieri scoring twice and Danilo Cataldi converting a stoppage-time penalty to rescue a point.
However, defensive lapses and injuries have plagued the Biancocelesti, who sit in the bottom half of the table. The absence of striker Taty Castellanos adds to their struggles, leaving Sarri short of reliable attacking options. On the positive side, Matteo Guendouzi returns from suspension and could provide stability in midfield.
While Lazio have historically scored well in Bergamo — averaging nearly two goals per game there since 2018 — this current version of Atalanta is tactically disciplined and difficult to break down.
Prediction
With both teams likely to approach the match cautiously and several attacking injuries on Lazio’s side, this could be a tactical and low-scoring contest. Atalanta’s home advantage and solid form might just give them the edge, but goals should be limited.
Prediction: Atalanta 1–0 Lazio
Tip: Under 3.0 Goals
