Bologna vs Atalanta: Prediction, Lineups, Kickoff Time | Serie A 2025/26

Bologna vs Atalanta — Match Preview

A massive clash for European spots takes place at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on Thursday, 8 January 2026. The two sides are separated by just one point in the table, with Bologna sitting 7th (26 points) and Atalanta 8th (25 points). The Rossoblù are enduring a tough winter spell, having lost 3–1 to Inter Milan just three days ago, extending their poor run to just one win in their last five matches. In contrast, Gian Piero Gasperini’s Atalanta are flying. La Dea secured a vital 1–0 victory over AS Roma on Sunday, making it four wins from their last five games across all competitions. With momentum heavily favoring the visitors, Bologna will need a huge performance from backup goalkeeper Federico Ravaglia to defend their position in the standings.

Bologna vs Atalanta — Match Info

• Competition: Serie A (Matchday 19)
• Venue: Stadio Renato Dall’Ara, Bologna (Capacity: 38,279)
• Date: Thursday, 8 January 2026
• Kickoff: 20:45 CET | 19:45 GMT | 14:45 ET
• Referee: TBC (AIA Appointment)

Bologna vs Atalanta — Match Stakes

Bologna (7th — 26 pts):

• Win → Moves to 29 pts; solidifies European qualification spot and snaps the poor run of form.
• Draw → Keeps Atalanta behind them but leaves the door open for Lazio/Napoli to overtake.
• Loss → Leapfrogged by Atalanta; drops to 8th or 9th; crisis mode officially activates with 3 losses in 4 games.

Atalanta (8th — 25 pts):

• Win → Moves to 28 pts; jumps into the top 7 and continues their charge toward the Champions League spots.
• Draw → A solid point away from home, keeping them in the hunt.
• Loss → Momentum halt; gap to Bologna widens to 4 points.

Bologna vs Atalanta — Team News

Bologna:

• Skorupski L. — Out (Thigh Injury – Starting GK Missing)
• Bernardeschi F. — Out (Injury)
• Bonifazi K. — Out (Inactive)
• Ravaglia F. — Starts in goal. A massive pressure test for the backup keeper.
• Tactical Setup: Vincenzo Italiano (or current boss) will rely on the pace of Dan Ndoye (if fit) or Cambiaghi/Orsolini to exploit Atalanta’s man-marking system.

Atalanta:

• Lookman A. — Out (International Duty – AFCON with Nigeria)
• Kossounou O. — Out (International Duty – AFCON with Ivory Coast)
• Bakker M. — Out (Knee Injury)
• Bellanova R. — Out (Injury)
• Kolasinac S. — Out (Injury)
• Scalvini G. — Questionable (Calf Injury)
• Attack Reshuffled: With Lookman away, Gianluca Scamacca leads the line, supported by the creativity of Charles De Ketelaere and the work rate of Nicola Zalewski.

Bologna vs Atalanta — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Bologna

• 05/01 — 1–3 vs Inter (Serie A)
• 28/12 — 1–1 vs Sassuolo (Serie A)
• 23/12 — 0–2 vs Napoli (Supercoppa)
• 20/12 — 2–1 vs Inter (Supercoppa)
• 15/12 — 0–1 vs Juventus (Serie A)

Atalanta

• 04/01 — 1–0 vs AS Roma (Serie A)
• 29/12 — 0–1 vs Inter (Serie A)
• 22/12 — 1–0 vs Genoa (Serie A)
• 14/12 — 2–1 vs Cagliari (Serie A)
• 10/12 — 2–1 vs Chelsea (UCL)

Bologna vs Atalanta — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)

• 13/04/2025 — Atalanta 2–0 Bologna (Serie A)
• 05/02/2025 — Atalanta 0–1 Bologna (Coppa Italia)
• 29/09/2024 — Bologna 1–1 Atalanta (Serie A)
• 03/03/2024 — Atalanta 1–2 Bologna (Serie A)
• 23/12/2023 — Bologna 1–0 Atalanta (Serie A)

Bologna vs Atalanta — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)

Bologna (4-2-3-1)

Ravaglia; Holm, Heggem, Lucumi, Miranda; Moro, Pobega; Orsolini, Odgaard, Cambiaghi; Castro

Atalanta (3-4-2-1)

Carnesecchi; Djimsiti, Hien, Ahanor; Zappacosta, De Roon, Ederson, Bernasconi; De Ketelaere, Zalewski; Scamacca

Bologna vs Atalanta — Impact Bench

Bologna: Fabbian (Goal threat from midfield), Iling-Junior (Pace)

Atalanta: Pasalic (Late runs into box), Samardzic (Creativity)

Bologna vs Atalanta — Tactical Analysis

Bologna

Playing at the Dall’Ara usually gives Bologna a boost, but fatigue is a major concern having played Inter just 72 hours ago. Without Skorupski, the defense must protect Ravaglia. They will look to Riccardo Orsolini to cut inside and test Atalanta’s young left center-back option (Ahanor). The midfield battle—Pobega vs Ederson—will be physical.

Atalanta

Gasperini’s machine is purring again. Even without Ademola Lookman, they have found ways to win (beating Roma and Chelsea recently). They will press Bologna high, knowing the hosts are tired. Scamacca’s hold-up play will be key to bringing De Ketelaere into play. Atalanta’s wing-backs (Zappacosta/Bernasconi) will look to overload Bologna’s full-backs relentlessly.

Bologna vs Atalanta — Key Battles

• Castro vs Hien — Bologna’s young striker vs Atalanta’s defensive rock.
• Orsolini vs Bernasconi — Experience vs Youth on the flank.
• Ederson vs Moro — The engine room battle; whoever wins this dictates the tempo.
• Ravaglia vs Scamacca — Backup GK vs Italy’s striker.

Bologna vs Atalanta — Spotlight Players

Bologna — Federico Ravaglia

Replacing a reliable keeper like Skorupski is never easy. Ravaglia needs to command his box and distribute well against Atalanta’s heavy press, or Bologna could be in for a long night.

Atalanta — Charles De Ketelaere

With Lookman at AFCON, “CDK” becomes the main creative hub. His ability to drift between the lines and find Scamacca was crucial against Roma, and he will be the dangerman again here.

Bologna vs Atalanta — Prediction

Bologna 1–2 Atalanta

Bologna are running on fumes and missing their starting goalkeeper. Atalanta, despite missing Lookman, have momentum and depth. Gasperini’s side is physically superior and should have enough energy to overrun a fatigued Bologna team in the second half.

Bologna vs Atalanta — Betting Insights

• Atalanta to Win — Value Bet (Better form + Bologna fatigue).
• Over 2.5 Goals — Likely (Ravaglia in goal + Atalanta’s attacking style).
• Both Teams to Score — YES.

Bologna vs Atalanta — Where to Watch

• Italy: DAZN / Sky Sport
• USA: Paramount+
• UK: TNT Sports

Bologna vs Atalanta — FAQs

Q: When is the Bologna vs Atalanta match?

A: The match kicks off on Thursday, 8 January 2026, at 20:45 CET.

Q: Is Ademola Lookman playing?

A: No. He is on international duty with Nigeria for AFCON 2026.

Q: Why is Skorupski not playing?

A: He is out with a thigh injury.

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