Key Facts
- Atalanta sits in 11th place, two points behind Sassuolo, while Venezia is in last place with no points—both teams desperately need a turnaround.
- Atalanta has lost three of its last five games; the absence of Giacomo Raspadori takes away another option from an offense that has been struggling lately.
- Venezia has conceded 13 goals in its last five games; the absences of Gianluca Busio and Marin Šverko further limit the team’s midfield and defense.
- The “Both Teams to Score: No” bet is supported by the fact that Venezia has failed to score in three of its last five games; Atalanta’s recent conceded goals remain a risk.
- Venezia’s Asian handicap of +1.5 is supported by Atalanta’s recent losing streak and Raspadori’s absence, even though the betting market clearly favors Atalanta.
Match Preview
Three straight losses are putting pressure on Maurizio Sarri’s Atalanta ahead of Monday’s home game against Giovanni Stroppa’s Venezia FC. At the New Balance Arena, the 11th-place team—which trails Sassuolo by two points—needs a response. Venezia FC arrives at the bottom of the table with no points and is waiting for a breakthrough. The 0-0 draw in their last competitive match in 2025 should give the visitors some encouragement, despite the gap in the standings.
- Venue: New Balance Arena, Bergamo
- Date and Time: Oct. 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
- Competition: Serie A (Matchday 6)
The betting market clearly favors Atalanta. However, Venezia’s vulnerable defense is a factor in the betting tips, with Venezia FC at an Asian handicap of +1.5 and Under 3.5 goals. Given Atalanta’s recent goals conceded, the “Both Teams to Score: No” bet also appears risky. New customers who wish to place these bets should also check the terms and conditions of a new-customer betting bonus when planning their wagers.
Atalanta Form & Record Check
Atalanta lost its most recent Serie A match against Juventus Turin 0–2. Prior to that, the team had suffered 1–2 losses to Cagliari and AS Roma, after having defeated Bologna 1–0 in league play. This is a concerning turnaround. Sarri’s team has conceded 91 shots in the league. A clean sheet is therefore less likely than Venezia FC’s goal tally might suggest. Odilon Kossounou is out, and Isak Hien’s availability is questionable due to fitness concerns. This complicates defensive planning.
Venezia FC Form & Record Check
Venezia FC lost its most recent Serie A match 0–2 to Lazio Rome. John Yeboah missed a penalty kick before halftime. The team’s previous league losses—2–4 to AC Florence and 2–3 to Frosinone—already demonstrated why the vulnerable defense poses the greatest risk for bets on low-scoring games. Even their frequent ball recoveries high up the field do little to change this. Gianluca Busio and Marin Šverko are out, which limits Stroppa’s options in midfield and on defense.
Atalanta vs. Venezia FC Head-to-Head & Statistics
Atalanta has won four of the last five recorded competitive matches between the two teams. That’s the strongest historical argument against a handicap bet on Venezia FC. However, the most recent Serie A matchup listed, in 2025, ended 0–0, so a close result is also possible. In each of the last four listed matchups, fewer than two goals were scored before halftime. The record suggests patience is the better strategy than betting on an early blowout victory.
