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Roma vs Atalanta recent form and key players
AS Roma's form in all competitions has been mixed, with a record of three wins and two losses in five games.
Key players for Roma include Paulo Dybala, who scored a crucial penalty in their last match and is expected to start.
Atalanta, on the other hand, shows more consistent form with a record of four wins and one loss in five matches. Charles De Ketelaere, who scored two goals in their last Coppa Italia game, is a player to watch from Atalanta.
Roma vs Atalanta head-to-head and rivalry
The historical record between these two teams is quite balanced. Since 2015, AS Roma have struggled at home against Atalanta, winning only once in nine league games.
The last encounter between these sides saw Atalanta triumph with a 3-1 victory.
Roma vs Atalanta team news and lineups
AS Roma are dealing with injuries to key players like Tammy Abraham and Chris Smalling and will miss Houssem Aouar and Evan N’Dicka due to international duties at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Their predicted lineup is a 3-5-2 formation featuring Szczęsny, Çelik, Mancini, Llorente, Nissen, Cristante, Paredes, Bove, Zalewski, Dybala, and Lukaku.
Atalanta will miss Ademola Lookman due to AFCON duties and has injuries to Rafael Toloi and Hans Hateboer. Their predicted lineup is a 3-4-1-2 formation with Carnesecchi, de Room, Djimsiti, Kolasinac, Zappacosta, Ederson, Pasalic, Ruggeri, Koopmeiners, Scamacca, and De Ketelaere.
Roma vs Atalanta playing styles and tactics
AS Roma, under the management of Jose Mourinho, is known for its disciplined approach and tactical flexibility. Mourinho's teams are often structured in defence and lethal on the counter-attack, making use of the pace and creativity of their forwards.
Atalanta, led by Gian Piero Gasperini, is renowned for its attacking, high-pressing style of play. Gasperini's teams typically exhibit an aggressive approach, focusing on maintaining high possession and creating numerous goal-scoring opportunities.
Roma vs Atalanta betting tips and predictions
Given the recent form and head-to-head record, a close match with goals from both sides is expected.
Atalanta's recent success against Roma and their current form might give them a slight edge. This match could end in a draw or a narrow win for either side, with both teams likely to score.
How and where to watch Roma vs Atalanta
The match will be broadcast on various sports channels, such as SuperSports, and streaming options might be available based on your location. Keep an eye on local listings for more details.
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