Berardi Stars as Sassuolo Shock Atalanta
Atalanta BC's struggles continued with a disappointing 3-0 home defeat against US Sassuolo, marking their seventh straight Serie A game without a win (5 draws, 2 losses). The hosts started strongly, nearly scoring within eight minutes when Ademola Lookman's quick shot was expertly blocked on the goal line by Jay Idzes.
Sassuolo grew into the match and earned a penalty just before the 30-minute mark after Andrea Pinamonti was fouled by Marco Carnesecchi inside the box. Domenico Berardi confidently converted the spot-kick, securing his third Serie A goal this season and giving the visitors the lead.
Ivan Jurić’s team showed a worrying lack of creativity in the first half, managing only one shot on target. Early in the second half, Sassuolo extended their lead when Berardi assisted Pinamonti, who skillfully turned his defender and scored with ease.
"Domenico Berardi stepped up to take the spot-kick and calmly slotted the ball into the bottom corner to give Sassuolo the lead and notch his third Serie A goal of the season."
"Berardi was able to pick out Pinamonti inside the box, and it was all too easy for the Italian striker to swivel around his marker and place the ball into the back of the net to double Sassuolo’s advantage."
The result highlights ongoing difficulties for Atalanta in Serie A, as they continue seeking solutions to boost their form.
Author's summary: Sassuolo's Berardi played a key role in their 3-0 win over a struggling Atalanta, who remain without a victory after seven Serie A matches.