Atalanta vs Cesena prediction and betting tips on December 18, 2024
Coppa Italia
Game Prediction
On December 18, 2024, Atalanta will face Cesena in the Round of 16 of the Coppa Italia. The finalist from the previous season, with the right mindset, should easily defeat the visitors.
Our prediction for the Atalanta vs Cesena match
Atalanta had an impressive season last year. However, in the Coppa Italia, they unexpectedly lost the final to a struggling Juventus. In Serie A, though, they managed to return to the top four. Cesena, reborn after bankruptcy in 2018, also had a breakthrough season, winning their Serie C group and earning promotion to Serie B.
Currently in Serie B, Michele Mignani’s side is impressing. They are not fighting for survival, and with continued momentum, they could even challenge for a playoff spot. However, December started with losses to Frosinone and Bari. Before this cup match, they lifted spirits with a 2-1 victory over Cosenza and have already beaten three teams in the cup, including Verona.
Gian Piero Gasperini's side, after a squad overhaul, struggled at first but found their rhythm and are now Serie A leaders as of December. They kept this status with a narrow win over Cagliari in the last league match. In the Champions League, Atalanta achieved draws at home against Arsenal and Celtic but managed to beat Shakhtar, Stuttgart, and Young Boys away. However, they lost 2-3 to Real Madrid last week, a team that remains a tough opponent for them.
Atalanta vs Cesena: Key Stats and Trends
- Atalanta has won 13 of their last 15 matches across all competitions.
- Cesena has lost twice in their last three matches.
- 56% of Atalanta’s matches feature goals from both teams, with an average total of 3.5 goals per match.
Atalanta vs Cesena: Possible Line-ups
Atalanta (possible line-up): Carnesecchi – Kolasinac, Hyn, Djimsiti – Ruggeri, Pasalic, Ederson, De Roon, Bellanova – Lookman, De Ketelaere
Cesena (possible line-up): Klinsmann – Mangraviti, Prestia, Chofi – Donnarumma, Berti, Antonucci, Bastoni, Calo, Adamo – Spendi
Head-to-Head: Atalanta vs Cesena
After five consecutive wins, Atalanta was held to a draw in their last meeting with Cesena. However, that was back in 2015, with the previous version of Cesena.
Free prediction for the Atalanta vs Cesena match
There is no clear reason to favor the visitors, and the question is just how comfortably Atalanta will win. We suggest betting on Atalanta with a handicap of "-1.5 goals" (odds – 1.71).
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