The Italian Serie A returns after the international break with a compelling matchup as Atalanta hosts Lecce at the Gewiss Stadium. Both teams are looking to secure their first league win of the season and will be eager to make a statement.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (GMT)VenueSerie ASeptember 14, 20251:00 PMGewiss Stadium, Bergamo, Italy
Team Form and Analysis:
Atalanta enters this match in an uncharacteristic run of form, with two draws in their first two league games. The hosts have struggled to secure a victory, being held to 1-1 draws by Pisa and Parma. Under new manager Ivan Jurić, the team is still finding its rhythm, but they’ve shown an impressive ability to create chances, averaging 32 shots in their last five matches. While they have been defensively vulnerable, they will be looking to their home advantage and attacking firepower to secure a much-needed three points.
Lecce, meanwhile, has had a difficult start to the new campaign, collecting just one point from their opening two fixtures. The Granata are coming off a goalless draw with Genoa and a 2-0 defeat to AC Milan. They have struggled to create chances, failing to score a goal in their first two matches, and will be looking for a much-improved performance to get their season back on track.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs is in favor of Atalanta, who have won 10 of their 18 competitive meetings. However, recent encounters have been more balanced, with Lecce being unbeaten in their last two league meetings with Atalanta. The last time the two sides met, in April, the match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Player to Watch:
Atalanta: All eyes will be on their key attacking players, particularly Gianluca Scamacca and Mario Pašalić. Scamacca has been a consistent goal threat and a focal point of the attack, while Pašalić has already chipped in with a goal and an assist.
Lecce: The focus for Lecce will be on their energetic midfield dynamo, Mohamed Kaba, who provides both defensive tenacity and controlled distribution. They will also be looking to new signing Nikola Stulic, who will be looked upon to lead the line and provide a much-needed attacking spark for the visitors.
Prediction:
Given Atalanta’s superior offensive metrics and their home advantage, they are the clear favorites to win this match. While Lecce will be motivated to secure their first points, it is difficult to see them overcoming the quality of the Atalanta team, especially with their struggles in front of goal. A comfortable home victory for Atalanta seems like a very likely outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Atalanta vs Lecce match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
USA: Paramount+, FuboTV
Canada: DAZN
India: Sports18, JioCinema
UK: TNT Sports, DAZN
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