Atalanta BC Seeks First Win Against Lecce in Serie A

Bergamo, Italy – Atalanta BC will host Lecce on Sunday afternoon as both teams search for their first Serie A victory of the season. Atalanta comes off two draws, needing to secure points before facing Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.

The home team was held to a 1-1 draw against Parma prior to the international break, surrendering a lead late in the match. Atalanta’s new coach, Ivan Juric, has yet to earn a win since taking over from Gian Piero Gasperini.

Inconsistent performances have plagued Atalanta, who drew their opening match against promoted Pisa at home. They now encounter Lecce, a team that has struggled offensively. Lecce aims to bounce back after a 2-0 loss to AC Milan, having failed to score in their two league matches.

Despite their offensive struggles, Lecce has had a surprising positive record in Bergamo, only losing twice in their last seven visits. Coach Eusebio Di Francesco, who also started his tenure this season, will look to get his first league win amid doubts around his previous coaching stints.

For Atalanta, players like Ademola Lookman may be pivotal to breaking their scoring duck, as he rejoined the squad after international duties. The expected lineup includes players like Carnesecchi, Scalvini, and De Ketelaere.

Lecce is likely to field a lineup featuring Falcone, Gaspar, and Pierotti. They are determined to change their fortunes after a slow start, especially with key injuries affecting their squad.

As the match unfolds at Gewiss Stadium, both teams will be keen to secure that elusive first win of the season. Each side has differing strategies and goals, making this match crucial for their aspirations in Serie A.