Atalanta vs Bologna: Serie A Clash for European Positions

Atalanta host Bologna at New Balance Arena in Bergamo on 17 May 2026, in Serie A Regular Season - 37. Atalanta sit 7th on 58 points with a goal difference of 16, while Bologna are 8th on 52 points with a goal difference of 2, setting up a direct battle for European positions.

Atalanta 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.

In attack, their leading contributors remain available: N. Krstović (10 goals, 5 assists) and G. Scamacca (10 goals, 1 assist) are both expected to feature, preserving Atalanta’s main goal threat despite the defensive crisis.

Bologna Availability

Bologna also have issues at the back.

• 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.

Key attacker R. Orsolini (9 goals, 1 assist) is available and should lead Bologna’s offensive output.

Impact Summary

Both sides are hit hardest in defense, with multiple centre-backs sidelined or doubtful, which could open up a high-scoring contest. Atalanta retain a strong attacking core through Krstović and Scamacca, while Bologna’s main threat remains Orsolini, keeping both teams’ primary attacking output largely intact.