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Juventus Turin vs. Atalanta BC
There is an extremely exciting match in Serie A coming up this weekend. The showdown between the Italian record champions and Atalanta Bergamo will be a hot one, as Juventus Turin are separated by just four points from Atalanta Bergamo. The Old Lady currently has to make do with sixth place in the table. However, coach Allegri’s team has picked up momentum recently, winning their last two league games.
In the last Serie A games, the Bergamo of the last few years was again on display: The Bergamaschi most recently defeated Spezia Calcio 5-2 and, in light of that, can have hopes of qualifying for the Champions League again. The northern Italians currently occupy fourth place in the table and are only three points behind third-placed Inter Milan. Find out more about the upcoming match between the Old Lady and the Bergamaschi in our Juventus vs Atalanta betting tips.
Juventus – Atalanta Info
– Date & Time: 27/11/2021, at 18:00.
– Venue: Turin, Allianz Stadium (41,507 spectators)
– Competition: Serie A, Matchday 14
– TV broadcast: DAZN
Juventus Form & Balance Check
Juventus Turin showed in their last two league games why they were considered championship favourites before the season. Since the Old Lady got off to an incredibly bad start to the season, they currently only occupy sixth place in the table. Nevertheless, the Piedmontese’s form curve is rising steeply in view of their recent successes in the league. In the penultimate match, the Bianconeri celebrated a flattering 1-0 victory over AC Florence. The Old Lady followed this up with a commanding 2-0 victory over Lazio Roma at the Stadio Olimpico. In the Champions League, on the other hand, things went miserably: the Old Lady suffered a bitter 4-0 defeat against Chelsea FC.
Safe at the back, efficient at the front
Bonucci and Co. often concentrate on defensive work and let the opponent have possession of the ball. For example, Lazio Roma had 58% possession at home against Juventus Turin. We think Atalanta Bergamo will also have significantly more possession than Juventus. Juve, however, are particularly good scorers on the counterattack, and have the kind of switch-makers in Chiesa and Co. that have made the difference in the last two games. However, Atalanta Bergamo won the last encounter 1-0 at home against the record champions.
Juventus facts & analysis
– Juventus have won their last two league games to nil.
– The Old Lady has been waiting for a win against Atalanta for three Serie A games now.
– The record champions have won their last three matches across competitions
Atalanta form & balance check
Atalanta Bergamo weakened at the start of the season but, like the record champions, have steadily picked themselves up in recent weeks. The last matchday result against Spezia Calcio was reminiscent of the Atalanta of recent days. Goalkeeper Juan Musso had to make two saves, but coach Gian Piero Gasperini’s charges scored a staggering five goals. Pasalic deserves special mention for scoring two goals and providing another assist in Atalanta’s victory. In view of the win against Spezia, Atalanta’s form curve is pointing steeply upwards. In their last Champions League match, the Bergamaschi put in a solid performance and snatched a point from Young Boys Bern (final score: 3:3)
Strong attack
The Bergamschi certainly stand out for their incredibly strong offense. In Serie A, Zapata, Illicic and Co. scored 27 goals, one more than leaders SSC Napoli. The northern Italian side’s offensive penetration is very remarkable: in the last six games across the competition, they have always scored two goals or more. That’s why we’ll be waiting with bated breath to see whether Atalanta’s goal-scoring attack can also make a splash against Juventus Turin.
Atalanta facts & analysis
– They are currently fourth in the table
– Atalanta won their last league match with 5:2 against Spezia Calcio
– Atalanta played the last match in Champions League 3:3 against Young Boys Bern
Predicted line-up – last update on 25 November 2021
We expect the Old Lady to be back in their usual 4-4-2 formation. However, we are almost certain that the Argentine dribbling artist Dybala will play from the start. He could take the place of Chiesa, who has been a poor performer lately. We suspect, however, that Allegri will not want to do without Chiesa’s speed and will start him on the right wing.
With Muriel having secured a point against Young Boys Bern with a stunning free-kick after coming on as a substitute, we think Gasperini will back him next game against the Old Lady. We expect Atalanta to play in their usual 3-4-1-2 system with Zapata and Muriel up front.
Juventus vs Atalanta direct comparison & stats
Juventus Turin have failed to win any of their last three direct league encounters against the Bergamaschi. Of the past 20 league encounters, the Old Lady have won eleven, drawn six and Atalanta have walked away victorious on just two occasions. However, based on recent history, we see great chances for Bergamo to improve the series in their favour.
– Juventus Turin have a proud record of 25 games without defeat against Atalanta in front of their home crowd.
– On average Juventus Turin score 1.6 goals against Atalanta and Atalanta score 1.2 goals against Juventus Turin
– When Juventus Turin leads 1-0 in home games, they win 90% of the games
