Atalanta vs Bologna: Serie A Clash Preview
Atalanta host Bologna at New Balance Arena in Bergamo on 17 May 2026, in Serie A Regular Season - 37. Atalanta come into the fixture seventh in the table on 58 points, with a goal difference of 16. Bologna sit just behind in eighth place with 52 points and a goal difference of 2.
Atalanta Availability
Atalanta face significant defensive absences.
- L. Bernasconi (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
- I. Hien (Yellow Cards) is sidelined due to suspension.
- O. Kossounou (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
- G. Scalvini (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- B. Djimsiti (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful.
In attack, key contributors remain available: N. Krstović (10 goals, 5 assists) and G. Scamacca (10 goals, 1 assist) are both expected to feature, preserving Atalanta’s main scoring threat.
Bologna Availability
Bologna also have issues at the back.
- K. Bonifazi (Inactive) is sidelined.
- J. Lucumi (Yellow Cards) is sidelined due to suspension.
- M. Vitik (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- N. Cambiaghi (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.
- N. Casale (Calf Injury) is doubtful.
Their leading attacking outlet R. Orsolini (9 goals, 1 assist) is available and should carry much of Bologna’s offensive responsibility.
Impact Summary
Both sides are depleted in central defense, which may open the game up for the available forwards. Atalanta retain a strong attacking core through Krstović and Scamacca, while Bologna’s main creative and scoring burden will fall on Orsolini. Overall, the greater defensive losses could tilt the balance toward a more open, chance-heavy contest.
