EN Atalanta vs Fiorentina Predictions and Preview
The second leg of the Coppa Italia semi-final between Atalanta and Fiorentina promises to be a closely contested match as both teams look to secure their place in the final. With Fiorentina leading 1-0 from the first leg, the stage is set for a tight contest as the home side looks to overcome the deficit and secure a spot in the tournament final. The head to head clashes between the two are always interesting to watch given that there is no clear favourite every time the teams are playing - in the last 10 matches, Atalanta won 4 times, Fiorentina had 4 wins and 2 times the draw was recorded.
Atalanta vs Fiorentina Preview
Atalanta Preview
Atalanta comes into this fixture in a buoyant mood, having displayed impressive form by passive over Liverpool in the quarter-finals of the Europa League, thanks to their Anfield win (0-3). Despite chaotic performances in the Serie A, recently, Atalanta has great chances to make its way to the Champions League next season, being only 4 points away from the 5th place. Despite inconsistencies during the season, Atalanta still maintains a cohesive display in Coppa Italia. Historically, Atalanta has faced challenges in this competition, clinching the title only once in 1963. However, their recent performances demonstrate a side in contention for further success in the Coppa Italia.
Fiorentina Preview
Under the leadership of Vincenzo Italiano, Fiorentina continues to perform consistently in Serie A, currently occupying tenth place in the championship standings. However, the Coppa Italia proved their credibility as they reached at least the semi-finals in each of Italiano's three seasons. Fiorentina's key players to watch, Giamoco Bonaventura and Pietro Terracciano, have played a major role in their recent success with an impressive goalscoring record. Despite Fiorentina's recent inconsistent performance in Serie A, the Coppa Italia’s run shows that the team looks more decent in short-distance knockout competitions. The Viola will be looking to make the most of their home advantage and take some serious action to secure their place in the final.
Betting Predictions for Atalanta vs Fiorentina
Total Goals Over 2.5
Atalanta needs to score and will attempt to do it as quickly as possible. In general, the team recently enjoys productive football and in its last matches only the second leg with Liverpool (0-1) saw less than 3 goals. Fiorentina is the opposite case but when its drawn into the shootout, the Viola is ready to fire back. The last game between the teams in the framework of Serie A (3-2) became the vivid example of what scenario this match is likely to imply. Unibet gives 1.78 for this Atalanta vs. Fiorentina prediction.
Fiorentina Handicap +1
Fiorentina approaches this match in a decent shape and is eager to secure its place in the final. While Atalanta displays incohesive game, Fiorentina is ending the season in style and has not lost a match with more than one goal difference since the mid February. Vincenzo Italiano knows how to deal with elimination rounds and is eager to secure another Coppa Italia final for his team. Atalanta vs Fiorentina odds for this outcome, as defined by Unibet, are 1.58.
First to Score - Atalanta
Given that Atalanta has no further options but to attempt to score as soon as possible, it is high likely that the team will begin the game actively. Recently, Atalanta did exceptionally well in this regard and only the lost match against Liverpool did not see the Bergamasques scoring first. If not counting this game, Atalanta has a decent display of 4 consecutive matches where the team scored first. For this Atalanta vs Fiorentina tip, Unibet gives 1.66.
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