Atalanta vs Bologna Match Preview: Key Player Absences
The Serie A clash between Atalanta and Bologna is scheduled for 17 May 2026 at New Balance Arena in Bergamo, with D. Perenzoni appointed as referee. Atalanta enter Round 37 in 7th place on 58 points, chasing Conference League qualification, while Bologna sit 8th with 52 points.
Atalanta & Bologna Availability
Atalanta face significant defensive absences.
- L. Bernasconi (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
- I. Hien (Yellow Cards) is sidelined due to suspension.
- O. Kossounou (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
- G. Scalvini (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- B. Djimsiti (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful.
For Bologna, the back line is also stretched.
- K. Bonifazi (Inactive) is sidelined.
- J. Lucumi (Yellow Cards) is sidelined due to suspension.
- M. Vitik (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- N. Cambiaghi (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.
- N. Casale (Calf Injury) is doubtful.
Top scorers and creators remain available: for Atalanta, N. Krstović (10 goals, 5 assists) and G. Scamacca (10 goals); for Bologna, R. Orsolini (9 goals, 1 assist).
Impact Summary
Both sides lose mainly defensive options, so their attacking output from leading scorers and assist providers is preserved. Atalanta’s frontline with N. Krstović and G. Scamacca retains its full goal threat, while Bologna can still rely on R. Orsolini’s contribution in the final third. The primary impact is likely to be on defensive stability rather than chance creation.
