Atalanta BC vs. Arsenal: Champions League Live Match Preview, livescore, predictions, predicted lineup, betting tips, odds and live stream
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Arsenal make their return to the Champions League on Thursday as they face Atalanta BC in Bergamo . While Arsenal reached the quarter-finals last season , Atalanta lifted the Europa League trophy, defeating Bayer Leverkusen in the final.
Arsenal ended their six-year absence from the Champions League by topping their group last season. Under Mikel Arteta , they reached the quarter-finals for the first time in 14 years, only to be eliminated by Bayern Munich.
Domestically, Arsenal have enjoyed success , finishing second in the Premier League for two straight seasons. This year, they have started strong with four unbeaten matches in the league, including a victory in the North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur , where Gabriel’s header sealed the win. Arsenal’s away form has been excellent, with six consecutive wins on the road in the Premier League.
They’ll be aiming for a strong result in Bergamo , especially with a tough match against Manchester City looming next.
Atalanta will welcome Arsenal to their newly renovated stadium, having enjoyed European success last season by winning the Europa League . Under Gian Piero Gasperini, Atalanta defeated Fiorentina over the weekend, with Ademola Lookman scoring the winner.
Atalanta’s Champions League history is mixed; while they have reached the knockout stages twice, their home form in the competition has been shaky, winning just one of their last seven matches at home. Their start to the Serie A season has been inconsistent, and they’ll be eager to improve that in this high-stakes Champions League clash .
Key Players
Atalanta BC
- Ademola Lookman: The Nigerian winger was vital in Atalanta’s Europa League triumph and continues to be a key attacking outlet .
- Mateo Retegui: The Italian striker will lead the line, and his physical presence could trouble Arsenal’s defense.
Arsenal
- Declan Rice: The summer signing has quickly established himself as the linchpin of Arsenal’s midfield . His defensive and passing abilities will be crucial against Atalanta’s high-energy style.
- Kai Havertz: The German forward will be tasked with stepping up in the absence of Ødegaard and Saka, providing creativity and finishing in the final third.
Team News
Arsenal
Arsenal have several injury concerns heading into this match. Captain Martin Ødegaard is sidelined with an ankle injury , while Bukayo Saka, who was crucial in last season’s Champions League campaign, suffered a knock in the North London derby. Defenders Kieran Tierney, Takehiro Tomiyasu, and Oleksandr Zinchenko are also unavailable , adding to Arteta’s selection headaches. However, Gabriel Jesus is back from injury, having appeared as a substitute against Tottenham, and Declan Rice returns from suspension.
Atalanta BC
Atalanta will be without key striker Gianluca Scamacca and defender Giorgio Scalvini due to long-term injuries. Rafael Toloi and Ben Godfrey also missed the weekend’s game with Fiorentina. However, Berat Djimsiti and Sead Kolasinac are available, and Nicolo Zaniolo has returned to fitness, offering Gasperini more options in attack.
Gasperini , the Atalanta BC manager will likely go with the 3-4-2-1 formation with Carnesecchi in goal. A defensive backline of Djimsiti, Hien, and Kolasinac.Bellanova, De Roon, Éderson, and Ruggeri in the midfield area.De Ketelaere, and Lookman will be attacking from the wide area with Retegui from the central position.
Mikel Arteta , the Arsenal manager will likely go with the 4-3-3 formation with
Raya in goal. A defensive backline of White, Saliba, Gabriel, and Timber. Partey, Rice, and Saka in the midfield area with Trossard, Sterling , and Havertz upfront in attack.
Prediction
Atalanta’s attacking philosophy could expose them to Arsenal’s counter-attacking threats . Despite Arsenal's injury concerns , they are defensively solid and possess enough firepower to secure a narrow victory in Bergamo.