UEFA Champions League League Stage - 2
Atalanta 2 - 1 FT Club Brugge KV
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
C. Tzolis (N. Tresoldi) 38'
HT
46' ↓ R. Bellanova ↑D. Zappacosta
53' ↓ O. Kossounou ↑Y. Musah
58' Yunus Musah
61' ↓ A. Lookman ↑K. Sulemana
61' ↓ Ederson ↑L. Samardzic
↓ N. Tresoldi ↑R. Vermant 63'
74' L. Samardzic
↓ C. Forbs ↑H. Vetlesen 75'
81' Marten de Roon
87' M. Pasalic (Y. Musah)
88' ↓ N. Krstovic ↑M. Brescianini
↓ J. Ordonez ↑Z. Romero 89'
↓ K. Sabbe ↑B. Meijer 89'
↓ C. Sandra ↑S. Campbell 89'
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Atalanta
Goalkeepers
M. Carnesecchi 
NPC
90
Minutes
90
Minutes
13%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
Defenders
O. Kossounou
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
B. Djimsiti 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
64%
Pass Acc
H. Ahanor 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
R. Bellanova
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ederson 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
58%
Duel Win %
M. De Roon
NPC
90
Minutes
90
Minutes
50%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
L. Bernasconi
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
35%
Pass Acc
Forwards
M. Pasalic 
CLUTCH HERO
0
Goal Time
0
Goal Time
0
Impact
7.9
Rating
N. Krstovic
NPC
88
Minutes
88
Minutes
14%
Pass Acc
6
Rating
A. Lookman 
SWEEPER
1
Cleanups
1
Cleanups
0
Interceptions
1
Blocks
BENCH
F. Rossi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Sportiello
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Obric 
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Y. Musah 
SUPER SUB
0
Impact
0
Impact
37
Minutes
6.2
Rating
L. Samardzic
SUPER SUB
0
Impact
0
Impact
29
Minutes
7.7
Rating
M. Brescianini
CAMEO
8
Minutes
8
Minutes
6
Touches
None
Events
D. Zappacosta
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
K. Sulemana
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Maldini
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Club Brugge KV
Goalkeepers
N. Jackers 
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
Mistake
0
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.6
Rating
Defenders
K. Sabbe
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
3
Blocks
J. Ordonez
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
B. Mechele
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
J. Seys
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Midfielders
A. Stankovic
SWEEPER
2
Cleanups
2
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
0
Blocks
C. Sandra
NPC
88
Minutes
88
Minutes
37%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
C. Forbs
NPC
75
Minutes
75
Minutes
15%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
H. Vanaken 
MAGNET
71
Activity
71
Activity
63
Passes
8
Duels
C. Tzolis 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.9
Rating
Forwards
N. Tresoldi 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.5
Rating
BENCH
D. van den Heuvel
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Z. Romero
CAMEO
1
Minutes
1
Minutes
5
Touches
None
Events
B. Meijer
CAMEO
8
Minutes
8
Minutes
1
Touches
None
Events
V. Osuji
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
H. Siquet
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
L. Reis
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
H. Vetlesen
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
R. Vermant
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
G. Nilsson
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
M. Diakhon
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
S. Campbell
CAMEO
8
Minutes
8
Minutes
1
Touches
None
Events
L. Audoor
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/02/2025 | Atalanta | 1 - 3 | Club Brugge KV | UEFA Champions League | Gewiss Stadium |
| 12/02/2025 | Club Brugge KV | 2 - 1 | Atalanta | UEFA Champions League | Jan Breydelstadion |
18/02/2025
12/02/2025
Atalanta Win
Club Brugge KV Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +6
P: 2 GD: +6
P: 2 GD: +5
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -4
P: 2 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +18
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +11
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -10
P: 7 GD: -12
P: 7 GD: -9
P: 7 GD: -11
P: 7 GD: -10
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Atalanta Stages Dramatic Comeback to Topple Brugge at Gewiss
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 59/100. Atalanta's relentless second-half assault turned a half-time deficit into a statement victory, proving their intensity can overcome even the competition's most clinical visitors.
Brugge's Early Prowess Crumbles Under Pressure
Christos Tzolis gave Club Brugge a deserved first-half advantage in the 38th minute, capitalizing on a well-worked move to silence the Gewiss Stadium crowd. The Belgian side, sitting second in the group with a formidable 5-1 record, looked assured—possession favoured them 52-48, and their passing accuracy (87%) suggested control. Yet control proved illusory. Atalanta's 20 shots to Brugge's seven told the story of a team suffocating their opponent with relentless pressure.
Samardzic's Penalty Ignites the Comeback
The turning point arrived in the 74th minute when Lovro Samardzic converted from the penalty spot, levelling the stakes and shifting momentum entirely. Atalanta's expected goals (2.96) dwarfed Brugge's (0.86)—a damning indictment of the visitors' wastefulness. Berat Djimsiti anchored the defence with an outstanding performance, his two key passes orchestrating the hosts' buildup play whilst maintaining the balance needed to repel Brugge's sporadic attacks.
Pasalic Seals It Late
With the match hanging in the balance, Mario Pašalić delivered the knockout blow in the 87th minute, finishing a move crafted by Yunus Musah's precise pass. The goal capped Atalanta's dominant display—88% pass accuracy, seven corners, and an unrelenting bombardment that broke Brugge's resolve. For all their poise and early threat, the visitors were outgunned in every metric that mattered: intensity, aggression, and clinical finishing. Atalanta's comeback from a goal down proved they belong among Europe's elite, whilst Brugge's defeat exposed the fragility of their group-stage credentials.
Key Questions
What changed after half-time?
Atalanta abandoned caution, flooding midfield and creating 14 shots in the second half alone. Brugge's defence crumbled under sustained pressure.
How did Atalanta's shot count dominate?
Atalanta fired 20 shots to Brugge's seven, with 14 from inside the box. Superior intensity and positioning created constant scoring opportunities.
Was the penalty decision controversial?
The context doesn't detail the infraction, but Samardzic's conversion proved the pivotal moment, shifting momentum decisively toward Atalanta.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Tactical Supremacy Meets European Survival
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. Atalanta’s relentless search for a direct top-8 qualification spot collides with a Club Brugge side fighting to keep their knockout dreams alive from the bottom of the table.
The Setup
As the Champions League league stage intensifies on September 30, 2025, the gap between the elite and the chasing pack is widening. Atalanta enters this match at the Gewiss Stadium in exceptional Form, having won four of their last five outings. Currently sitting in 5th place, the Italian side has found a perfect Balance between defensive solidity and their trademark attacking flair. In contrast, Club Brugge KV arrives in 31st position, reeling from four losses in their last six matches. For the Belgian champions, the Stakes couldn't be higher; they are currently seven spots below the top-24 playoff line, making every point a necessity for survival in this competition.
Key Battle
The defining conflict will occur between Atalanta’s high-intensity midfield engine and Club Brugge’s vulnerable back line. The home side excels at suffocating opponents in their own half, forcing turnovers that lead to rapid transitions. Club Brugge, who have conceded 16 goals in just six matches, must find a way to navigate this pressure without crumbling. If the visitors cannot establish a rhythm under duress, their European campaign risks a premature end before the winter break.
Our Prediction
Expect Atalanta to assert dominance from the opening whistle. Their superior technical Stars and tactical cohesion should overwhelm a Brugge side that has struggled for confidence on the road. We predict a 3-0 victory for the hosts, as they exploit defensive lapses to secure three points that push them closer to guaranteed qualification.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes, to see Atalanta’s tactical masterclass against a side playing for their life.
What's the predicted outcome?
A comfortable 3-0 win for Atalanta.
Where are Atalanta and Club Brugge KV in the league table?
Atalanta sits in 5th, while Club Brugge is struggling in 31st.
What is Atalanta's current form?
Excellent, with four wins and one draw in their last five games.
What does this mean for European survival?
Brugge needs points immediately to reach the top-24 playoff threshold.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.