Pisa vs Atalanta Prediction
📢 What can we expect from the clash between Pisa and Atalanta in the 21st round of Serie A at the Arena Garibaldi? The teams are at opposite ends of the league table, tackling completely different objectives. The "Nerazzurri" have not tasted victory in nine matches and are desperately in need of points, while the "Queen of the Provincials" comes into this match in excellent form, rightly considered one of the most exciting teams in the league at this stage. However, underestimating opponents in Serie A often leads to unpleasant surprises, so it's crucial for the visitors to maintain full concentration from the first whistle.
Head-to-Head
📊 Over the past 20 years, these teams have faced each other only twice. One encounter ended in a draw, while Atalanta came out on top in the other. In the first-leg match, Pisa pulled off a surprise by holding Atalanta to a 1-1 draw away from home. However, it's crucial to consider the context-this game took place during Ivan Juric's tenure at Atalanta, a period marked by infrequent victories for the team.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Pisa Team Overview
🔵 Pisa have recently faced significant challenges in accumulating points. Over their last eight matches, the team has managed to secure only three points, suffering five losses in the process. This prolonged slump has predictably pushed the "Nerazzurri" into the relegation zone, from which they have yet to escape. They trail the crucial 17th place by four points-a gap that's not insurmountable, but impossible to close without victories.
⚫ In the previous round, Pisa managed to snatch a draw away against Udinese (2-2). The visitors started the match energetically, taking the lead in the 13th minute, but surprisingly found themselves trailing by halftime. In the second half, the "Nerazzurri" significantly improved their game quality, effectively denying their opponents space and outperforming them in all key metrics-Udinese managed just three shots after the break. Ultimately, Pisa deservedly equalized and came close to securing a win, but lacked the time and freshness for a decisive push.
Match Results: Pisa
Atalanta Team Overview
🔵 Atalanta are currently experiencing one of their best runs in recent years, giving their fans plenty of reasons to be happy. Following changes in the coaching staff, the team have made a significant leap forward: in their last 11 matches, the "Queen of the Provincials" have claimed 9 victories, suffering only 2 defeats. This surge has propelled the Bergamo side to seventh in the standings, with their gap to the top four reduced to just eight points-a manageable distance if they maintain their current form.
⚫ Last weekend, Atalanta confidently dispatched Torino (2-0) at home, a team that, despite their inconsistency, can pose problems for any opponent. However, in this match, the hosts looked nearly flawless: they consistently created dangerous opportunities in front of goal while remaining exceptionally solid in defense. With such a balance of power, there was never even a hint of dropping points-the victory was fully deserved.
Match Results: Atalanta
Latest news
Pisa
📣 After a hard-fought match against Udinese (2-2), Pisa's head coach Alberto Gilardino highlighted his team's character: "It was a game of grit and commitment. We conceded but managed to come back and even had chances to win." Gilardino acknowledged the fairness of the result: "A draw is a fair outcome. Udinese were in good form, but we sent a message: we are alive. The same passion our fans show, we must bring onto the pitch. Not giving up is in our DNA, and we cannot afford to lose it."
🚫 Pisa heads into the match with significant personnel issues. Antonio Caracciolo will definitely miss the game due to an accumulation of yellow cards, while Raúl Albiol and Isak Vural are sidelined until the end of January with a muscle injury and a knee problem, respectively. The participation of three players is in doubt: Matheus Luzuardi, Calvin Stengs, and Juan Cuadrado are all dealing with health issues. Additionally, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro is away on international duty.
Atalanta
📣 After a confident 2-0 victory over Torino, Palladino praised his team's maturity and unity: "It was a character win. We struck when necessary and gave the opponent very little." The Bergamo coach remains cautious about the future: "The mountain we need to climb is still very high. But if the team stays united, we can aim for big goals."
🚫 Atalanta are not without their setbacks. Ademola Lookman is on international duty, while Ben Godfrey and Raoul Bellanova are recovering from serious injuries and won't return until the end of January. Berat Djimsiti remains doubtful, whereas Sead Kolašinac and Mitchel Bakker have resumed training, but their readiness for the match still needs assessment.
⚽️ Goal Prediction
Atalanta have not only been on a winning streak lately, but their defense has been rock-solid as well. In 4 of their last 5 matches, they have kept a clean sheet, with the only exception being a narrow 0-1 loss to the formidable Inter. Pisa, on the other hand, have struggled offensively at home, failing to score in 9 of their last 10 Serie A home games. Therefore, betting on both teams to score (no) appears to be a logical and well-founded option.
🚩 Corner Prediction
The "Nerazzurri" rarely reach the corner flag even on their own turf-Pisa have taken fewer than 4.5 corners in 7 of their last 8 Serie A home matches. Overall, they rank among the worst in the league by this metric, averaging just 3.7 corners per game. Thus, there is little reason to expect a deviation from this trend in the upcoming match.
Editorial Prediction
According to bookmakers, Atalanta are clear favorites in the upcoming clash, and it's hard to disagree with that assessment. The "Queen of the Provincials" are in top form, consistently defeating opponents with confidence, often keeping clean sheets. Pisa, on the other hand, have recently struggled to even secure draws, and they falter against top clubs, even at home-as evidenced by their recent 3-0 loss to Como and a 2-0 defeat to Juventus. Given this scenario, betting on an Atalanta victory seems a logical choice. We expect to see a 2-0 scoreline on the board.
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Betting Tips: Pisa - Atalanta
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