ATALANTA NEWS

Duvan Zapata - Dishes assist in Roma game Zapata drew five fouls, won eight duels, assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate), and one chance created in Monday's 3-1 win versus Roma.

Impact Zapata got the nod over Rasmus Hojlund and, while he didn't manage to get a shot off, he was engaged and energetic and contributed to the win with a soft cross for Mario Pasalic from the right flank for his second assist of the season, while he has scored just once. He has posted nine off-target attempts, five key passes, and 11 deliveries (five accurate) in the last five games.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Toloi - Hits the net versus Roma Toloi won four of six tackles, had six clearances and one interception, and scored one goal in Monday's 3-1 victory against Roma.

Impact Toloi was impressive in the back and bagged the second goal for his side with an opportunistic deflection from close range following a set piece. It's his second goal of the season. He has logged 15 tackles (ten won), five interceptions, 16 clearances, and three blocks in his last five appearances, with no clean sheets.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Pasalic - Nets in Roma game Pasalic (ankle) won five duels, had two interceptions, and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Monday's 3-1 victory versus Roma.

Impact Pasalic wasn't bothered by his ankle problem and broke the deadlock with a stellar volley on a sneaky cut. He had last hit the net in early January. He has notched eight shots (two on target), one key pass, three tackles (all won), and three interceptions in his last five games.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Teun Koopmeiners - Scores against Roma Koopmeiners scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), six crosses (three accurate), and three corners in Monday's 3-1 victory against Roma.

Impact Koopmeiners paced his team in crosses and was in perfect position to take advantage of a blunder by Rui Patricio, who fumbled the ball on a through ball and allowed him to tuck it in the empty net. He hadn't found the target since mid-January and improved to seven goals in the season. He has recorded four shots (two on target), five key passes, 23 crosses (11 accurate), and ten corners in his last five appearances. Atalanta will visit Torino Saturday.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atalanta eyes return to Europe after beating Roma

Atalanta has boosted its chances of returning to Europe after beating visiting Roma 3-1

APRIL 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Berat Djimsiti - Bows out in Roma clash Djimsiti won one tackle and had one interception and three clearances in 73 minutes in Monday's 3-1 win over Roma before subbing off due to a lower leg injury, Sportitalia relays.

Impact Djimsiti drew his third start in a row and was serviceable, but he was forced off after getting tangled up with an opponent on a tackle. He'll to have to be assessed ahead of Saturday's away game versus Torino. He was replaced by Jose Luis Palomino.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Pasalic - Starting against Roma Pasalic (ankle) will be in the starting XI versus Roma on Monday.

Impact Pasalic returns having missed just one match due to his ankle problem. In his prior four outings, the attacking midfielder registered six shots (one on target), one cross (inaccurate) and one chance created. Given his limited crossing ability and lack of role on corners, Pasalic is unlikely to be a top-end fantasy producer even with his return to the starting XI.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mario Pasalic - Called up for Roma bout Pasalic (ankle) has been named in Atalanta's squad list to face Roma Monday.

Impact Pasalic was a late call but managed to recover from an ankle sprain that kept him on the sidelines last week. His return could affect Ederson, Duvan Zapata, and Jeremie Boga's minutes. He has logged eight shots (one on target), two key passes, three tackles (all won), and one block in his last four appearances.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Roma visits Atalanta with Europe spots on line

Fourth-place Roma visits seventh-place Atalanta in a potentially key match toward determining which Serie A clubs will qualify for Europe

APRIL 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ademola Lookman - Will not return against Roma Lookman (thigh) will remain sidelined for Monday's game versus Roma, Il Giorno reports.

Impact Lookman is nursing a minor problem, but he hasn't been able to ramp up in practice during the week, and he will skip the second game in a row because of it. Rasmus Hojlund, Duvan Zapata, Jeremie Boga, and Luis Muriel will be the offensive options for this one.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Teun Koopmeiners - Attempts six crosses Koopmeiners registered six crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Monday's 1-1 draw against Fiorentina.

Impact Koopmeiners' latest log indicates he can continue his previous role pre-thigh injury. He attempted more crosses than any of his teammates did Monday. Koopmeiners did that regularly pre-thigh injury, as his updated 2023 cross average (5.5 across 10 games) suggests.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joakim Maehle - Scores goal Maehle scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Fiorentina.

Impact By scoring once Monday, Maehle ended a streak of goalless appearances he underwent from Feb. 4 to April 8. Now, he has three goals across the 2022-23 Serie A.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marco Sportiello - Records six saves Sportiello registered six saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Fiorentina.

Impact Sportiello logged his first appearance since Jan. 4. Despite allowing a goal from Arthur Cabral, the goalkeeper compensated with an admirable tally of saves. But with a difficult matchup scheduled against Roma on Monday, Sportiello is expected to be Atalanta's main keeper again soon.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fiorentina's unbeaten run at 14 after draw with Atalanta

Fiorentina has extended its unbeaten run to 14 matches across all competitions by drawing with Atalanta 1-1 in Serie A

APRIL 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Teun Koopmeiners - Starting against Fiorentina Koopmeiners (thigh) is in Atalanta's starting lineup for Monday's clash against Fiorentina.

Impact Koopmeiners is back in the XI Monday in what will be his first appearance since suffering a thigh injury in early March.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Leeds vs Liverpool in EPL; Fiorentina vs Atalanta

Leeds is only two points above the Premier League relegation zone going into its game against Liverpool at Elland Road

APRIL 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mario Pasalic - Ruled out for FIorentina game Pasalic (ankle) hasn't been selected for Monday's clash with Fiorentina, Atalanta announced.

Impact Pasalic avoided overly serious issues according to coach Gian Piero Gasperini, but he'll miss at least one game because of an ankle sprain. Jeremie Boga and Teun Koopmeiners will pick up the slack.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Teun Koopmeiners - Called up for Fiorentina game Koopmeiners (thigh) has been named in Atalanta's squad list to face Fiorentina Monday.

Impact Koopmeiners has completed the rehab from a thigh problem that took him a little longer than anticipated and kept him on the sidelines for four games despite the international break in between. He's likely to be eased into action, but Atalanta aren't very deep due to a few absences. He has logged eight shots (three on target), five chances created, 26 crosses (eight accurate), and 14 corners in his last five appearances.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ademola Lookman - Will miss Fiorentina match Lookman won't be available Monday against Fiorentina due to a thigh issue, coach Gian Piero Gasperini relayed.

Impact Lookman pulled a muscle late in the week and will undergo some tests shortly to determine his timetable. Duvan Zapata or Luis Muriel will replace him in the lineup.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Ruggeri - Will sit multiple match Ruggeri has been diagnosed with a grade two/three lesion of the biceps femoris MTJ in the left thigh, SportMediaset informs.

Impact Ruggeri is set to be out for at least a month given the severity of the injury, which could easily sideline him for the remainder of the season. Davide Zappacosta and Joakim Maehle will be the top options on the wings while he rehabs, and Brandon Soppy should resume getting some minutes.

APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Toloi - Eligible for Fiorentina game Toloi cleared a one-match ban in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Toloi sat out one contest due to yellow-card accumulation and was sorely missed. He'll return to the starting lineup over either Jose Luis Palomino or Berat Djimsiti next Monday. He has tallied nine inaccurate crosses, eight tackles (six won), eight clearances, and 13 clearances in his last five appearances, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Ruggeri - Unavailable versus Bologna Ruggeri (thigh) missed Sunday's match against Bologna.

Impact Ruggeri picked up a late muscular injury and will take some tests ahead of Monday's away game versus Fiorentina. Joakim Maehle filled in for him on the flank.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Musso - Beaten twice by Bologna Musso allowed two goals while making four saves during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Bologna.

Impact Musso conceded two second half goals as Atalanta dropped all three points on Saturday. The keeper has now allowed 25 goals in 23 league starts while his four saves upped his season total to 62.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lazio beats Juventus to take control of Serie A top 4 race

Second-place Lazio has taken control of a tight battle for the Champions League qualifying places with a 2-1 win over Juventus in Serie A

APRIL 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mario Pasalic - Forced off in Bologna game Pasalic created one chance in 24 minutes before leaving Saturday's 0-2 loss to Bologna due to a right ankle sprain, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Pasalic planted his foot awkwardly while chasing after a loose ball and bowed out after trying to play through the pain. He was replaced by Jeremie Boga. He'll be assessed in the next few days.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE