Atalanta BC will seek to rejuvenate their Serie A campaign on Sunday as they host Sassuolo in Bergamo. Both clubs currently hold 13 points, but expectations favor Atalanta as European contenders, while Sassuolo only returned to the top flight in May.
Atalanta find themselves mid-table, having lost their first league match last weekend, ending a nine-game unbeaten streak across all competitions. They were defeated 1-0 by Udinese, failing to register a single shot on target. So far this season, Atalanta have recorded seven draws and two wins— their lowest victory count at this stage in over ten years.
Meanwhile, Ivan Juric's team has struggled somewhat in the Champions League, winning only one of their opening three matches. On Wednesday, they claimed an important away victory over Marseille despite a missed penalty by Charles De Ketelaere. In the 90th minute, substitute Lazar Samardzic scored with a signature long-range finish following a solo run.
With little time to celebrate, Atalanta now prepare for their final game before the international break, remaining unbeaten on their home ground this season.
"Atalanta must now play host in their final fixture before the international break - and they are still unbeaten on home turf."
Author's summary: Atalanta faces Sassuolo determined to improve their Serie A standing after a rare defeat, while maintaining strong home form ahead of the international break.