Atalanta Faces Shakhtar Donetsk Amidst Key Absences

Gian Piero Gasperini‘s Atalanta is set to face Shakhtar Donetsk as they aim to improve on their recent 0-0 draw against Arsenal. The match, scheduled for Wednesday evening, presents an opportunity for La Dea to advance further in the competition despite the absence of several key players.

Atalanta will proceed into the game without Marco Brescianini, Matteo Ruggeri, Giorgio Scalvini and Gianluca Scamacca, who are sidelined for this encounter. This situation may open the door for a front three comprising Ademola Lookman, Charles De Ketelaere, and Mateo Retegui, though Lazar Samardzic will also contend for a starting spot.

The expected lineup for Atalanta includes Ederson and Mario Pasalic in the midfield, with Martin De Roon anchoring the back three. Davide Zappacosta is anticipated to retain his position on the left flank, and Raoul Bellanova is likely to be positioned on the right.

Shakhtar Donetsk, who will be fielding a side including Riznyk as goalkeeper; Konoplya, Matviienko, Bondar, and Azarovi in defense; Sudakov, Stepanenko, and Bondarenko in midfield; and forwards Kevin, Sikan, and Pedrinho, will not be taking this match lightly.

The match is scheduled for an early kick-off at 17:45 BST and will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 3 in the United Kingdom. Fans who prefer streaming services can view the game online via TNT and Discovery+. Meanwhile, supporters in the United States can catch the live action through Paramount+.