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Atalanta won 1-0 at Hapoel Tel Aviv
Bologna lost 0-1 to Lazio last time out
Bologna's attack has lacked continuity lately
Atalanta's European workload threatens late intensi
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Atalanta
4-3-3
● Confirmed
18
↓56′
Raspadori
9
↓68′
Scamacca
17
↓56′
De Ketelaere
13
↓68′
Ederson
70
Gaetano
8
Pasalic
23
↓78′
Kolasinac
42
Scalvini
3
Kossounou
77
Zappacosta
29
Carnesecchi
Bench (16)
Nicola Zalewski ↑56′ · Eljif Elmas ↑56′ · Lazar Samardzic ↑68′⚽ · Nikola Krstovic ↑68′ · Raoul Bellanova ↑78′ · Fatawu Sulemana · Relja Obric · Lorenzo Bernasconi · Federico Cassa · Marco Sportiello · Paolo Vismara · Mitchel Bakker · Honest Ahanor · Thomas Kristensen · Kamaldeen Sulemana · Isak Hien
Coach · Maurizio Sarri
Match Preview
Atalanta vs Bologna Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-08-29 18:49 UTC
Atalanta and Bologna clash amidst transfer intrigue
Jonathan Rowe finds himself at the centre of a compelling narrative as he prepares to line up for Bologna against the very club that has spent the final weeks of the transfer window pursuing his signature. With Atalanta’s repeated attempts to secure the winger’s services having been firmly rebuffed, Monday night’s Serie A encounter at the New Balance Arena takes on an added layer of intensity.
The personnel in focus
Atalanta are expected to field a potent attacking trio featuring Giacomo Raspadori, Gianluca Scamacca, and Charles De Ketelaere, aiming to break down a resilient Bologna defence. The home side’s midfield engine room, likely anchored by Ederson and supported by Lazar Samardzic and Davide Zappacosta, will be tasked with controlling the tempo and feeding their forward line.
Bologna’s expected XI sees Roberto Piccoli, Jonathan Rowe, and Jens Odgaard leading the charge. All eyes will be on how Rowe manages the pressure of the occasion, given the persistent speculation regarding his future and the firm stance maintained by his current employers throughout the summer.
Form and recent momentum
Atalanta enter this matchday 2 fixture with a sense of purpose, having secured a narrow 2-1 victory over Sassuolo in their Serie A opener. Their momentum was further bolstered by a midweek success in the Conference League qualification rounds, which suggests that the squad is finding its rhythm despite a demanding schedule that involved travel for their European commitments.
In contrast, Bologna will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 0-1 defeat to Lazio in their own league opener. Their recent form has been inconsistent across pre-season and the start of the campaign, making this trip to the New Balance Arena a crucial opportunity to stabilise their season and prove their resolve.
Historical echoes in Serie A
Recent meetings between these two sides have been tightly contested affairs, often decided by fine margins. Bologna will take heart from their 1-0 victory at this very venue back in May, a result that demonstrated their ability to frustrate Atalanta on their own turf.
However, the head-to-head record over the last two years shows a balanced rivalry, with Atalanta claiming a 2-0 win in January 2026 and a 2-0 victory in April 2025. Both clubs are well-acquainted with each other's tactical setups, ensuring that Monday’s match will likely be a strategic battle as much as a physical one.
Tactical considerations and expectations
With both managers likely to rely on their established structures, the game will likely hinge on midfield dominance and the effectiveness of the final ball. Atalanta will look to leverage their home advantage and the creative spark of their forward line, while Bologna will likely aim to remain compact and exploit transitions through the pace of their wide players.
As the transfer window nears its conclusion, the psychological state of the players—particularly those involved in ongoing negotiations—could prove decisive. Whether the match evolves into an open, attacking contest or a cagey tactical stalemate remains to be seen, but the stakes for both sides remain high as they look to establish early momentum in the league.
Bologna
4-2-3-1
● Confirmed
91
↓60′
Piccoli
28
Cambiaghi
21
↓60′
Odgaard
10
Bernardeschi
19
Ferguson
4
↓72′
Pobega
2
↓72′
Holm
14
Lysaker Heggem
5
Helland
23
Alhassane
1
Skorupski
Bench (16)
Riccardo Orsolini ↑60′ · Artem Dovbyk ↑60′ · Riccardo Orsolini ↑60′ · Mikel Amondarain ↑72′ · Nadir Zortea ↑72′ · Nikola Moro ↑80′ · Arthur Theate · Nicolo Casale · Marco Libra · Massimo Pessina · Lorenzo De Silvestri · Juan Miranda · Martin Vitik · Ukko Happonen · Jonathan Rowe · Oussama El Azzouzi
Coach · Domenico Tedesco
Confirmed by FIFA officials.
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