Lazio – Atalanta: A Draw for the Locals, a Victory for the Visitors (1 – 1)

To consider a team capable of winning the league, it must possess some essential features, one of which is the ability to avoid defeat in a match where the opponent completely dominated the first half. Atalanta demonstrated to themselves that this might be the year to achieve something that would have been unthinkable a decade ago, by drawing a match that started poorly and could have ended even worse. Moreover, they sent a clear message to all the other challengers, showcasing their ability to handle pressure effectively.

Tactical analysis and match report by Agostino Dosselli.

It is no coincidence that the last Saturday Night Match of the season features a showdown between two managers who have arguably earned the title of the best coach over the past twelve months. Gasperini has guided his team to Europa League glory in May, securing the club's first European trophy.
Meanwhile, Baroni has showcased his remarkable managerial skills, first by rescuing Hellas Verona from the brink when no one else believed in their survival, and then by revitalizing a team at the end of its cycle. Under his leadership, the team now aims to secure a top-four finish and reach the Europa League final.

Lazio managed to secure a fundamental victory against Lecce in their last match, crucially avoiding the loss of important points in the race for the next Champions League. The contribution of the bench was vital, with a substitute scoring their . . .