Introduction
In the second leg of the Champions League play-offs, Atalanta will host Club Brugge at home on February 18, 2025. The Belgian team won 2-1 in the first leg, so the Italians will have to come from behind to advance.
Team performance
Atalanta
Atalanta have had mixed results in their last five matches:
- Atalanta 1-1 Torino (2025.02.01.) – Draw at home.
- Atalanta 0-1 Bologna (2025.02.04.) – Unexpected home defeat.
- Verona 0-5 Atalanta (08.02.2025) – Confident away win.
- Club Brugge 2-1 Atalanta (2025.02.12.) – Defeat in the first match.
- Atalanta 0-0 Cagliari (2025.02.15.) – Goalless draw at home.
The team's form is fluctuating, especially at home.
Club Brugge
The Belgian champion's last five matches:
- Antwerp 2-1 Club Brugge (2025.02.02) – Foreign defeat.
- Genk 1-1 Club Brugge (2025.02.05.) – Draw in the cup.
- Club Brugge 1-0 OH Leuven (2025.02.08.) – Close home victory.
- Club Brugge 2-1 Atalanta (2025.02.12.) – Important victory in the first match.
- Sint-Truiden 2-2 Club Brugge (2025.02.15.) – Coming back from a two-goal deficit to draw.
Club Brugge showed character and fighting spirit, especially in the last match, where they managed to score a point from a deficit.
Important missing items
Atalanta
- Isaac Hien – He is unfit for duty due to injury.
- Daniel Maldini – Injured.
- Odilon Kossounou – Injured.
- Gianluca Scamacca – Injured.
- Giorgio Scalvini – Injured.
These absences pose a serious challenge for head coach Gian Piero Gasperini, especially in terms of defense and attack.
Club Brugge
The visiting team has no significant injuries or suspensions, so head coach Nicky Hayen can count on his strongest squad.
Tactical analysis
Atalanta
Gasperini's team is expected to use a 3-4-2-1 formation:
- Goal-keeper: Carnesecchi
- Defenders: Djimsiti, Hien, Ruggeri
- Midfielders: Bellanova, Ederson, De Roon, Zappacosta
- Attackers: De Ketelaere, Pasalic
- Striker: Retegui
The team's strengths are fast attack and wing play, but the defense can be vulnerable due to injuries.
Club Brugge
Master Hayen will probably choose the 4-2-3-1 formation:
- Goal-keeper: Mignolet
- Defenders: De Cuyper, Mechele, Ordóñez, Seys
- Defensive midfielders: Jeshari, Onyedika
- Attacking midfielders: Tzolis, Vanaken, Talbi
- Striker: Jutglà
Brugge's strengths are their organized defense and quick counterattacks, which can surprise Atalanta's defense.
Weather conditions
The weather in Bergamo is expected to be cool at around 8°C and there will be light winds during the match. The weather is unlikely to have a significant impact on the game.
Tipmix tips
Considering the form of the teams, the absentees and the result of the first match, the following betting option is worth considering:
- Match winner: Atalanta victory
- The Italian team is stronger at home and will certainly come out on the offensive to overcome their disadvantage.
Summary and recommendation
We can expect an open, attacking game, where the home team will dominate, but the visitors' counterattacks can also be dangerous.
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