Lecce vs Atalanta Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Serie A 2024-25

La Dea lost the UEFA Super Cup final to Real Madrid in their last match. 

Lecce have begun their new season on a winning note after securing a 2-1 victory over Mantova in the first round of Coppa Italia. They are now set to kick off their domestic campaign against Atalanta, who are coming on this match after losing the Super Cup. 

Last season saw Lecce finish in the 14th spot thanks to wonderful work from Luca Gotti at the end part of the Serie A season. Gotti replaced Roberto D’Aversa who was removed for a controversial headbutt on Thomas Henry. Luca Gotti now has a wonderful chance to lead the team in his first full campaign as a manager. 

Atalanta had a wonderful campaign last term after winning the UEFA Europa League over Invincibles Bayer Leverkusen. This win marked their first trophy in 61 years. Gian Piero Gasperini has done a wonderful job of taking La Dea to become one of the contenders in the last few seasons. 

Last season, Gian Piero Gasperini guided the team to a top-four finish in the Serie A standings. His team even came short of winning the Coppa Italia after losing to Juventus 1-0 in the final. Nevertheless, La Dea will be hoping to achieve similar success this season again. 

Kick-Off:

Monday, 19 August 2024 at 5:30 PM UK, 10:00 PM IST

Location: Stadio Comunale Via del Mare

Form:

Lecce (in all competitions): W-L-L-L-W

Atalanta (in all competitions): L-D-L-L-L

Players to Watch

Nikola Krstovic (Lecce) 

Nikola Krstovic had an excellent debut season for the team after making the move from Slovakian outfits DAC 1904 Dunajska Streda. He was the top scorer for the team last season with seven goals. Krstovic’s main strength includes his ability to make exceptional movements.

He also has the ability to bring his teammates into play by holding up the ball in the opposition’s half. Last Serie A season was a reminder of the qualities he brings to the side after showing a few glimpses of his potential. 

Ademola Lookman (Atalanta) 

Ademola Lookman had an outstanding campaign last term after guiding La Dea to a historic UEFA Europa League triumph against Bayer Leverkusen. He single-handedly won the final for them after scoring a brilliant hat trick. After a series of loans, Lookman has finally found a team that plays according to his strength. Lookman in a short tenure has developed into one of the finest players on the team who can win matches with his brilliance of play. 

Match Facts

• Lecce have scored nine goals in their last five matches
• Atalanta are without a win in their last five matches
• Atalanta are unbeaten in their last two matches against Lecce

Lecce vs Atalanta: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Atalanta to win the match- 5/6 with Sky Bet
• Tip 2: Ademola Lookman to score a goal anytime- 15/8 with Bet365
• Tip 3: Match to end with total goals under 3.5- 1/3 with William HILL

Injury & Team News

Lecce have one injury concern in their squad. Mohamed Kaba is yet to recover from his long-term knee injury. Summer signing Kialonda Gaspar will be aiming to make his first Serie A appearance for his new team. 

Meanwhile, Atalanta are dealing with several issues at the moment. Teun Koopmeiners and El-Bilal Toure have been left out of the squad as they await a transfer. La Dea will also miss Gianluca Scamacca, Giorgio Scalvini, and summer signing Nicolo Zaniolo due to an injury. Also, Rafael Toloi and Sead Kolasinac are a major doubt for this match. 

Head-to-Head

Total Matches- 8

Lecce- 2

Atalanta- 5

Draw- 1

Predicted Lineup

Lecce predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Falcone (GK); Gendrey, Baschirotto, Gaspar, Gallo; Ramadani, Pierret; Oudin, Marchwinski, Dorgu; Krstovic

Atalanta predicted lineup (3-4-2-1):

Musso (GK); Godfrey, Hien, Djimsiti; Zappacosta, De Roon, Ederson, Ruggeri; Lookman, De Ketelaere; Retegui

Match Prediction for ⁠Lecce vs Atalanta

Lecce have a good record at home as they welcome Atalanta looking to open their campaign with a win. However, the visitors won both of their matches against them last season. They will be hoping to maintain that record with a win here. 

Prediction: ⁠Leece 0-2 Atalanta

Telecast for ⁠Lecce vs Atalanta

India –  Galaxy Racer (GXR) World

UK – TNT Sports 2

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Nigeria – DStv Now, SuperSport

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