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AS Roma vs Atalanta Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

AS Roma welcome Atalanta to Stadio Olimpico in Rome on 5 September 2026 in a standout Serie A clash from Regular Season - 3. Both sides have started the new campaign with back-to-back wins, setting up an early top-of-the-table marker between two clubs who expect to be in the European places again.

Roma come into this match top of the standings with 6 points, an imposing +8 goal difference and a perfect defensive record so far. Atalanta also have 6 points and sit 5th, with a narrower but solid +2 goal difference after two home victories. With both teams perfect after two rounds, this fixture already carries weight in the race for the Champions League and Europa League spots.

Recent AS Roma vs Atalanta encounters in Serie A have often been tight and tactical, and bettors will be looking closely at trends for AS Roma vs Atalanta prediction and betting tips. With Donyell Malen in explosive early-season form and Atalanta’s attack always dangerous, this promises to be one of the headline games of the Italian weekend.

AS Roma vs Atalanta Key Stats

  • Roma sit 1st in Serie A with 6 points from 2 matches, scoring 8 and conceding 0.
  • The most recent meeting at Stadio Olimpico on 18 April 2026 ended AS Roma 1-1 Atalanta in Serie A.
  • Roma’s early-season statistics show 2 clean sheets from 2 matches, averaging 4.0 goals scored per game and 0.0 conceded.

AS Roma vs Atalanta — Tale of the Tape

  • Position: 1 vs 5
  • Points: 6 vs 6
  • Goals For: 8 vs 3
  • Goals Against: 0 vs 1
  • Clean Sheets: Roma 2 (tournament statistics), Atalanta 1 (tournament statistics)

Roma’s start has been close to flawless: two wins from two, eight goals scored and none conceded. They have won both at home and away, 4-0 in each case, underlining both attacking firepower and defensive solidity. Their +8 goal difference is comfortably the best in the division after two rounds.

Atalanta’s profile is more controlled but still impressive. Two home wins from two, with 3 goals scored and just 1 conceded, show a side that is compact and efficient rather than explosive. Their average of 1.5 goals scored and 0.5 conceded per match indicates a more measured approach, but their early points tally keeps them right on Roma’s heels in the table.

AS Roma vs Atalanta Key Matchups

D. Malen vs L. Samardžić

Donyell Malen has been the standout attacking force in Serie A so far. For Roma, he has scored 5 goals in just 2 appearances, with 9 shots (6 on target) and an excellent rating of 8.75. His efficiency in front of goal, combined with decent link play (36 passes, 2 key passes, 80% accuracy), makes him Roma’s primary threat in the final third. He is also active in duels and dribbles, attempting 7 dribbles with 3 successful and engaging in 14 duels.

On the other side, Lazar Samardžić offers Atalanta creativity and end product from midfield. In 2 appearances (52 minutes), he has already scored 1 goal, taken 2 shots (1 on target) and created chances with 27 passes and 2 key passes at 81% accuracy. He also contributes defensively with 3 tackles and an interception. While Malen is the headline goal-scorer, Samardžić is a key conduit for Atalanta’s attacks and will be crucial in trying to unlock Roma’s currently watertight defence.

P. Dybala vs N. Zalewski

Paulo Dybala has started the season as Roma’s chief creator. In 2 appearances (163 minutes), he has 3 assists, 6 shots (2 on target) and 115 passes with 7 key passes at 84% accuracy. His 8.75 rating underlines his influence, combining set-piece quality, vision and the ability to drift between the lines. If Atalanta allow him space between midfield and defence, he can dictate the tempo and feed Malen and the other forwards.

Nicola Zalewski, now at Atalanta, has been a dynamic presence from midfield or wide areas. With 1 assist in 2 appearances (95 minutes), 1 shot on target, 45 passes (3 key) at 91% accuracy and strong duel numbers (8 duels, 5 won), he offers both progression and defensive work-rate. His dribbling (4 attempts, 2 successful) can help Atalanta transition quickly and attack Roma’s wing-backs or full-backs. The duel between Dybala’s creativity and Zalewski’s two-way energy could shape the midfield battle.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

Recent clashes between AS Roma and Atalanta in Serie A have often been finely balanced, with Atalanta enjoying a slight edge in Bergamo but Roma remaining competitive at home.

  • 18 April 2026: AS Roma 1-1 Atalanta (Serie A)
  • 3 January 2026: Atalanta 1-0 AS Roma (Serie A)
  • 12 May 2025: Atalanta 2-1 AS Roma (Serie A)
  • 2 December 2024: AS Roma 0-2 Atalanta (Serie A)
  • 12 May 2024: Atalanta 2-1 AS Roma (Serie A)

AS Roma vs Atalanta Prediction

Both teams arrive in excellent recent form, each with two wins from two in the new Serie A campaign. Roma’s attacking numbers are exceptional: 8 goals in 2 matches, an average of 4.0 per game, while keeping 2 clean sheets. Atalanta have been more pragmatic but effective, scoring 3 and conceding just 1, with one clean sheet.

Head-to-head trends slightly favour Atalanta over the past few seasons, especially in Bergamo, but the most recent meeting at Stadio Olimpico finished 1-1, underlining how tight this fixture can be in Rome. However, current momentum leans towards Roma. The prediction model gives Roma a 35% chance of winning, with a 35% chance of a draw and a 30% chance of an Atalanta victory, reflecting a relatively balanced contest but with a slight tilt towards the home side.

Given Roma’s early attacking form, Dybala’s creativity and Malen’s finishing, combined with Atalanta’s solid but less explosive attack, a narrow home win in a competitive game looks the likeliest outcome.

Predicted Score: AS Roma 2-1 Atalanta

AS Roma Recent Form

Roma’s recent form in Serie A is perfect, with two straight wins to open the 2026 campaign. They have been dominant at both ends of the pitch, scoring 4 goals in each of their two fixtures and not conceding once. Their performances have been characterised by high attacking intensity, strong defensive organisation and effective use of a 3-4-2-1 structure, which has delivered 2 clean sheets and no matches without scoring.

Atalanta Recent Form

Atalanta also come into this match with two wins from two, both at home. They have shown good defensive balance, allowing just 1 goal in 2 matches, and have found the net 3 times. Their form suggests a team that is hard to break down and capable of taking chances when they come, even if their attacking volume has been lower than Roma’s so far.

AS Roma Possible Starting Lineup

GK: M. Svilar or P. Gollini; Defenders: G. Mancini, Hermoso, L. Balerdi, E. Ndicka, N. Molina; Midfielders: M. Koné, B. Cristante, Wesley, L. Pellegrini, N. Pisilli; Forwards: P. Dybala, D. Malen, Rodrigo Mora, M. Soulé.

Roma have the squad depth to maintain their 3-4-2-1 or a flexible back-three system, with Mancini, Hermoso and Balerdi or Ndicka forming the defensive core and wing-backs like Molina providing width. In midfield, Koné, Cristante and Wesley offer a mix of physicality and ball progression, while Dybala operates as the creative hub behind Malen and other attackers such as Rodrigo Mora or Soulé. With no listed injuries, the coach can rotate between experienced names and emerging talents like Pisilli and Mora to keep the side fresh.

Atalanta Possible Starting Lineup

GK: M. Carnesecchi; Defenders: M. Bakker, I. Hien, G. Scalvini, R. Bellanova or D. Zappacosta; Midfielders: Éderson, F. Kessié, E. Elmas, N. Zalewski, L. Samardžić; Forwards: G. Scamacca, G. Raspadori, N. Krstović or C. De Ketelaere.

Atalanta have been using a 4-3-3 structure, with a strong defensive line featuring Hien, Scalvini and full-backs like Bakker and Bellanova or Zappacosta. The midfield can be built around Kessié’s physical presence, Éderson’s box-to-box energy and Elmas or Gaetano for creativity, while Zalewski and Samardžić provide width and link-up play. Up front, options like Scamacca, Raspadori and Krstović offer different profiles, from target man to mobile forward, giving Atalanta flexibility to adapt their attacking approach in Rome.

AS Roma Team News

No significant absences reported.

Atalanta Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

AS Roma:

  • None reported.

Atalanta:

  • None reported.

Betting Tips: AS Roma vs Atalanta

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

  • Result Tip: Back AS Roma to win. Roma are in outstanding early form with 2 wins from 2, 8 goals scored and 0 conceded, and the prediction model edges them as the likeliest winners with a 35% chance versus 30% for Atalanta. Across major bookmakers, home odds range from 1.86 to 1.96, implying an approximate probability between 51.0% (1 ÷ 1.96 × 100) and 53.8% (1 ÷ 1.86 × 100). That makes Roma a justified favourite at Stadio Olimpico.
  • Goals Tip: Over 2.5 goals. Roma’s matches have averaged 4.0 goals scored per game with none conceded, while Atalanta average 1.5 scored and 0.5 conceded. Both attacks are in good shape and recent head-to-heads have often seen multiple goals, including 2-1 and 3-1 scorelines. With Roma’s attacking firepower and Atalanta’s ability to contribute on the break, the over goals market looks attractive at typical odds in the 1.90–2.10 range depending on the bookmaker and line offered.
  • Value Tip: D. Malen to score anytime. Malen has 5 goals in 2 appearances, with 9 shots and 6 on target, making him one of the form forwards in Serie A. Supported by Dybala’s 3 assists and 7 key passes, he should get chances against an Atalanta defence that has conceded in half of its matches so far. Anytime scorer odds are not listed in the data, but given his current output, any price above a strong favourite band would represent value relative to his early-season numbers.

Odds are accurate at the time of writing and subject to change. Please gamble responsibly.

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