Atalanta vs Bologna Match Preview: Serie A Clash on May 17, 2026

Atalanta host Bologna at New Balance Arena in Bergamo on 17 May 2026, in Serie A Regular Season - 37. Atalanta come into the fixture 7th on 58 points with a goal difference of 16, while Bologna sit 8th on 52 points with a goal difference of 2.

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, key contributors remain available: N. Krstović (10 goals, 5 assists) and G. Scamacca (10 goals) are both expected to feature, preserving Atalanta’s main scoring threat.

Bologna Availability

Bologna also have issues at the back. K. Bonifazi (Inactive) is sidelined. J. Lucumi (Yellow Cards) is sidelined through suspension. M. Vitik (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. In forward areas, N. Cambiaghi (Muscle Injury) is doubtful and N. Casale (Calf Injury) is doubtful. Their leading scorer R. Orsolini (9 goals, 1 assist) is available to start.

Impact Summary

Both sides are hit primarily in defense, with multiple centre-backs sidelined or doubtful, which could open up a more open contest. However, neither team loses a top scorer or leading creator, so the core attacking output of Atalanta and Bologna remains intact ahead of this crucial late-season clash.