Serie A Regular Season - 18
Atalanta 1 - 0 FT AS Roma
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
12' G. Scalvini (N. Zalewski)
19' Marten de Roon
26' ↓ S. Kolasinac ↑H. Ahanor
Gianluca Mancini 43'
Mario Hermoso 45'+3
HT
↓ J. Ziolkowski ↑Wesley Franca 46'
59' ↓ G. Scalvini ↑I. Hien
59' ↓ N. Zalewski ↑Y. Musah
↓ E. Ferguson ↑A. Dovbyk 60'
↓ D. Rensch ↑K. Tsimikas 60'
↓ M. Soule ↑S. El Shaarawy 66'
72' ↓ Ederson ↑D. Maldini
72' ↓ G. Scamacca ↑N. Krstovic
↓ M. Kone ↑N. Pisilli 83'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Atalanta
Goalkeepers
M. Carnesecchi 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
G. Scalvini 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
B. Djimsiti 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
6
Tackles
80%
Duel Win %
S. Kolasinac 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
26
Entry
Midfielders
D. Zappacosta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. De Roon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ederson
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
L. Bernasconi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
C. De Ketelaere 
MAGNET
70
Activity
70
Activity
51
Passes
19
Duels
N. Zalewski
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
G. Scamacca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
BENCH
F. Rossi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Sportiello
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
I. Hien
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Ahanor 
ENFORCER
5
Tackles
5
Tackles
8
Duels Won
73%
Win %
Y. Musah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Pasalic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Samardzic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Brescianini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Sulemana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Maldini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Krstovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
AS Roma
Goalkeepers
M. Svilar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
G. Mancini
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
J. Ziolkowski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
M. Hermoso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Z. Celik
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Cristante
MAGNET
91
Activity
91
Activity
73
Passes
18
Duels
M. Kone
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
D. Rensch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
60
Entry
Forwards
M. Soule
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
P. Dybala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Ferguson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
BENCH
D. S. Vasquez Llach
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
P. Gollini
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Angelino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Tsimikas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wesley Franca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Mirra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Lulli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Ghilardi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Romano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Pisilli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Dovbyk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. El Shaarawy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2025 | Atalanta | 2 - 1 | AS Roma | Serie A | Gewiss Stadium |
| 02/12/2024 | AS Roma | 0 - 2 | Atalanta | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 12/05/2024 | Atalanta | 2 - 1 | AS Roma | Serie A | Gewiss Stadium |
| 07/01/2024 | AS Roma | 1 - 1 | Atalanta | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 24/04/2023 | Atalanta | 3 - 1 | AS Roma | Serie A | Gewiss Stadium |
| 18/09/2022 | AS Roma | 0 - 1 | Atalanta | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 05/03/2022 | AS Roma | 1 - 0 | Atalanta | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 18/12/2021 | Atalanta | 1 - 4 | AS Roma | Serie A | Gewiss Stadium |
| 22/04/2021 | AS Roma | 1 - 1 | Atalanta | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
Atalanta Win
AS Roma Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 18 GD: +24
P: 18 GD: +17
P: 18 GD: +13
P: 18 GD: +8
P: 18 GD: +8
P: 18 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +2
P: 18 GD: +4
P: 18 GD: +1
P: 18 GD: -8
P: 18 GD: -11
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -7
P: 18 GD: -6
P: 18 GD: -12
P: 18 GD: -10
P: 18 GD: -10
P: 18 GD: -12
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 27 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Scalvini Punishes Roma at New Balance Arena
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. A clinical early breakthrough combined with a heroic defensive display allowed Atalanta to claim a gritty victory and disrupt Roma’s pursuit of the top four.
The Early Breakthrough at New Balance Arena
The encounter at the New Balance Arena ignited within the opening minutes as both sides grappled with high Stakes in their quest for European qualification. Atalanta seized the initiative in the 12th minute when N. Zalewski delivered a pinpoint ball that found G. Scalvini in space. The young defender made no mistake, firing home to set an early tone for the match. This opener fundamentally shifted the Balance of the contest, forcing the visitors to abandon their cautious setup and search for an immediate response. While the goal gave the hosts a cushion, it also invited a period of sustained pressure from a determined opposition side.
VAR Drama and the Set-Piece Siege
As the first half progressed, an Intensity rating of 4.1 reflected a match characterized by physical duels and tactical fouls. The pivotal moment arrived in the 31st minute when Gianluca Scamacca appeared to have doubled the lead, only for VAR to intervene and cancel the goal. This reprieve allowed AS Roma to maintain their footing, and they proceeded to dominate possession with a 55% share. The match turned into a battle of set-pieces, with 12 corners across the 90 minutes testing the resolve of the home defense. Despite the persistent pressure, the lack of an Upset Factor meant the visitors struggled to convert their territorial dominance into clear-cut opportunities.
Djimsiti’s Defensive Masterclass
The final act of the match was defined by the resilience of the home side’s backline. Berat Djimsiti delivered an outstanding performance, earning a match-high 8.9 rating for his ability to intercept crosses and win vital headers. Behind him, Marco Carnesecchi was equally crucial, recording three saves to preserve the clean sheet. Although Roma controlled possession, their efforts often felt desperate against a well-organized defensive unit. The narrow victory is a testament to the tactical discipline of the hosts, who weathered a late storm to secure three points in this vital crunch match, leaving the visitors to rue their inability to breach the wall.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR cancelled Gianluca Scamacca’s 31st-minute goal, preventing Atalanta from taking a 2-0 lead and keeping the match on a knife-edge until the finish.
What made Berat Djimsiti the Man of the Match?
Djimsiti’s 8.9 rating was earned through a dominant defensive display, where he led the team in interceptions and cleared multiple dangerous deliveries.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Champions League Ambitions Collide at New Balance Arena
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 56/100. This clash serves as a high-stakes litmus test for two clubs desperate to secure their place among Europe's elite next season.
The Setup
The first weekend of 2026 brings a definitive crunch match to the New Balance Arena. AS Roma arrives as genuine away specialists, carrying a formidable 62.5% win rate on their travels. This tactical discipline has propelled them to 5th in the table, seven points clear of their hosts. However, a Form rating of 5.0 for the home side suggests Atalanta is finding their rhythm at the perfect time. With Stakes measured at 6.0, the margin for error is razor-thin as both teams look to cement their top-four credentials in this mid-season battle.
Key Battle
In a matchup defined by tactical rigidity, the game will be won or lost in the engine room. Atalanta's high-intensity pressing unit, anchored by Éderson, must disrupt the ball progression of Roma's M. Koné. Furthermore, this fixture features a fascinating duel of Stars between the posts. Marco Carnesecchi has been a pillar of stability for the hosts, but he faces a counterpart in Mile Svilar who has recorded 22 saves in his last five matches, proving nearly impossible to beat from distance.
Our Prediction
Despite the attacking talent on display, including A. Lookman and M. Soulé, this has the hallmarks of a stalemate. Atalanta’s tendency to draw matches (9 already this season) combined with Roma’s structured defensive approach away from home points toward a shared result. We expect a hard-fought 1-1 draw, where individual moments of brilliance from C. De Ketelaere or Roma's front line are neutralized by exceptional goalkeeping.