Juventus vs Atalanta Prediction for 28 September 2025 - Football

📢 What emotions will the clash between Juventus and Atalanta bring in the 5th round of Serie A? The match is set to take place at the Allianz Stadium in Turin and promises to be one of the most captivating encounters of the round. Both teams are currently in the top 5 and will look to assert their ambitions in the race for the top spots during this head-to-head. Compromises are off the table here – it's all about the win.

Head-to-Head

📊 The recent head-to-head record between Juventus and Atalanta leans in favor of the Turin side: out of 44 encounters, the "Old Lady" has secured 26 victories, with 13 draws and only 5 losses. However, last season, Juventus failed to delight their fans. The teams played to a 1-1 draw in Bergamo, and in the reverse fixture, Atalanta pulled off a stunning upset by thrashing their opponents 4-0 in Turin.

Juventus Turin Team Overview

⚪ Securing 10 out of a possible 12 points is an impressive start for Juventus, a team that has struggled to compete for the title in recent years. They trail only Napoli, who have maintained a perfect record. However, beneath these promising numbers lie some concerning signs that have caught the attention of both Igor Tudor's coaching staff and the fans.

📌 In the third round against Inter (4-3), the Turin side clinched victory with two goals after the 80th minute. Just three days later, they salvaged a draw against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League (4-4), scoring twice in stoppage time. Last weekend, Juventus dropped points for the first time in the league with a 1-1 draw away at Verona. Despite facing a relatively low-ranked opponent, they managed to create only one clear chance in 90 minutes and had an xG of just 0.36. Moreover, midway through the second half, they narrowly avoided falling behind when Suat Serdar's goal was disallowed for offside: Juventus were closer to defeat than victory.

Atalanta Team Overview

🔵 Atalanta are experiencing a somewhat turbulent start to the season. In their first four matches, they faced opponents of a lower caliber but managed to collect only 8 out of a possible 12 points. This performance places them fifth in the standings, although with such a schedule, they should ideally be in the top three.

📌 Last weekend, the "Queen of the Provinces" convincingly defeated Torino away (3-0), with all three goals scored in the first half. At first glance, the result is impressive, but a closer look at the statistics tells a different story: both teams were nearly equal in terms of shots and chances created, with only the xG (1.86 to 1.16) favoring Atalanta. Additionally, Torino have been struggling against almost every opponent this season. It remains a significant question whether Atalanta can replicate such results against more formidable adversaries.

Latest news

Juventus Turin

📣 Following a 1-1 draw with Verona, Juventus manager Igor Tudor admitted that his team lacked freshness after their Champions League fixture: "Yes, the team was tired. It's a different kind of football, and we were short on energy. I have nothing more to add. Even those who came off the bench showed desire, but the freshness just wasn't there."

🚫 At least two players will be unavailable for Juventus. Arkadiusz Milik is sidelined with a calf injury and won't be able to help the team in the near future. Fabio Miretti is also in the recovery room with a thigh injury, and his return is expected by early October. 

Atalanta

📣 After a commanding 3-0 victory over Torino, Atalanta's coach Ivan Juric acknowledged the squad's injury issues but emphasized the importance of staying the course: "Yes, we have many injuries, but we also have a deep bench, so we need to keep pushing forward." He also reflected on the Champions League defeat to PSG: "That match actually gave us strength because we played against Europe's best team. Today, we simply controlled the game."

🚫 Atalanta's injury situation is quite serious. Giorgio Scalvini and Gianluca Scamacca are recovering from injuries and are expected back by early October. Ederson is also dealing with muscle issues, leaving his participation in doubt. More significant long-term absences include Sead Kolasinac, sidelined until mid-December due to cruciate ligament damage, and Mitchel Bakker, who won't return to the field until March 2026.

⚽️ Goal Prediction

⚽️ Goal Prediction

Atalanta continue to delight their fans with goals, finding the net in Serie A for 11 consecutive matches, dating back to the end of last season. This isn't about lucky strikes; it's about a consistently effective attack, which is now one of the key strengths for the Bergamo side. In the new championship campaign, Atalanta's offense remains impressive, averaging 2.25 goals per game. With such form, Juventus are likely to face significant defensive challenges, as containing such an aggressive opponent is no easy task. Our bet is on an Atalanta goal.

🚩 Corner Prediction

In the upcoming match, both Juventus and Atalanta are expected to aim for ball control and impose their style, making it logical to anticipate plenty of attacking actions from both sides. Early in the season, both teams have shown that their offensive lines are functioning well, creating a substantial number of opportunities. In this context, the best prediction is a total of over 9.5 corners, as active forward play is almost certain to lead to a high number of corners.