Atalanta vs Bologna: Serie A Match Preview
Atalanta host Bologna at New Balance Arena in Bergamo on 17 May 2026 in Serie A, Regular Season - 37. Atalanta sit 7th on 58 points with a goal difference of 16, while Bologna are 8th on 52 points with a goal difference of 2.
Atalanta Availability
Atalanta face significant defensive absences.
- L. Bernasconi (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
- I. Hien (Yellow Cards) is sidelined through suspension.
- O. Kossounou (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
- G. Scalvini (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- B. Djimsiti (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful.
In attack, the key threats 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 options.
Bologna Availability
Bologna also have several concerns, mainly at the back.
- K. Bonifazi (Inactive) is sidelined.
- J. Lucumi (Yellow Cards) is sidelined through suspension.
- M. Vitik (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- N. Cambiaghi (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.
- N. Casale (Calf Injury) is doubtful.
Their leading scorer R. Orsolini (9 goals, 1 assist) remains available, which is crucial for their attacking balance.
Impact Summary
Both sides are hit hardest in defensive areas, with multiple centre-backs sidelined or doubtful, which could open the game up. However, with Atalanta’s Krstović and Scamacca and Bologna’s Orsolini all available, neither team loses major attacking output based on current league statistics.
