Atalanta - Venezia

Atalanta enter matchday 6 seeking to arrest a slide that has seen them drop three consecutive league matches, including a recent 2-0 defeat to Juventus. Their early season momentum, highlighted by a victory over Bologna, has stalled as they struggle to rediscover their cutting edge in the final third. Meanwhile, Venezia arrive at New Balance Arena facing a difficult start to their campaign, having endured a challenging run of form across both league and cup competitions. Their most recent outings have been marked by defensive vulnerabilities, notably in a 4-2 loss to Fiorentina, leaving the visitors desperate for a result to stabilize their position.

With Odilon Kossounou unavailable for the hosts and a trio of defensive absences complicating matters for Venezia, both sides will rely on their expected XIs to find a breakthrough. History favors Atalanta, who secured a 2-0 win over Venezia in October 2024, though their last meeting in March 2025 ended in a scoreless draw. As the two teams collide on 12 October 2026, the focus shifts to which side can better manage their personnel gaps and translate their tactical setup into a much-needed three points.