Match Preview
The market is talking about the upcoming Champions League playoff second leg between Atalanta and Dortmund, set to take place at the New Balance Arena in Bergamo on Wednesday at 17:45 GMT (18:45 CET). Atalanta faces a challenging task as they aim to overturn a 2-0 deficit from the first leg held in Germany.
Team Context
Atalanta has shown signs of improvement under coach Raffaele Palladino, following a revitalization of their Serie A form. However, they are currently on a three-match losing streak in the Champions League, which complicates their path to the Round of 16.
Key Players
- Gianluca Scamacca is expected to play a crucial role, returning from muscular issues to lead the attack.
- Lazar Samardzic and Nicola Zalewski will provide support, especially after a recent comeback win against Napoli.
- Notably, Charles De Ketelaere and Giacomo Raspadori remain sidelined, impacting the squad depth.
Expectations and Betting Odds
As the second leg approaches, Atalanta is favored at +105 on the moneyline, while a draw stands at +280, and Dortmund is at +230. Analysts suggest that although Atalanta may perform well at home, their ability to overturn the deficit remains uncertain.
Conclusion
With the stakes high, Atalanta must adopt an aggressive strategy to secure a victory. However, the question remains: can they overcome the two-goal disadvantage? No official confirmation yet on the final line-up, but anticipation builds as fans await the outcome.
