{"id":1448727,"date":"2026-05-13T11:49:32","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T10:49:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1448727"},"modified":"2026-05-13T11:49:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T10:49:33","slug":"match-preview-atalanta-vs-bologna-17-05-26-serie-a","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-atalanta-vs-bologna-17-05-26-serie-a\/","title":{"rendered":"Atalanta vs Bologna: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With both sides separated by just six points and one place in the Serie A<\/a> table, Atalanta <\/a>welcome Bologna <\/a>in a late-season clash that could decide who claims a top-seven finish. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Atalanta\u2019s historical dominance in this fixture adds extra intrigue, but Bologna\u2019s resilience this campaign suggests this could be closer than the standings imply. Kick-off is set for 5pm (UK time) Sunday at the Gewiss Stadium, and with both teams boasting robust midfields and plenty at stake, expect a fiercely contested encounter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on Atalanta\u2019s more reliable attack and their strong head-to-head advantage, our top betting recommendations focus on the hosts, goals at both ends, and a likely entertaining contest. We’re particularly confident in Atalanta to win, thanks to their superior attacking record and dominant home record in this fixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Atalanta to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/7 @ Bet365<\/a>
(63.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nAtalanta have won 12 of the last 19 meetings with Bologna and average 1.39 goals per match this season. Their home form in this fixture is especially strong, and they come into this with a +16 goal difference. The price looks solid for a side with a strong record against these visitors.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score: Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/6 @ Bet365<\/a>
(60.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBoth sides have averaged over a goal per match, with Atalanta\u2019s defence busier than most (111 saves, 560 tackles). Bologna are capable of nicking a goal, having scored in four of their last six meetings with Atalanta, and their matches average over 2.4 total goals this season.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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