Atalanta vs Liverpool – UEFA Europa League – Second Leg | Date:Thursday, 18th April 2024 | Kick-off: 19:00 UTC | Venue: Gewiss Stadium(Bergamo, Italy))
The UEFA Europa League Predictions below for the Atalanta vs Liverpool match were made by Bookmaker Ratings.
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For Atalanta vs Liverpool prediction we predict a 3-1 win for Liverpool. While Liverpool may face a challenging task in overturning the 3-0 deficit from the first leg, the return of Diogo Jota adds potency to their attack. Darwin Nunez, who struggled to capitalize on opportunities in the first leg, is expected to come on from the bench.
Atalanta has been formidable at home in the UEFA Europa League, remaining unbeaten in all 4 occasions with 3 wins and 1 draw. They are expected to provide a stern test for Jurgen Klopp’s side. However, Liverpool is known for their ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable deficits. Despite this, they might fall short on reducing the deficit. Nevertheless, we predict Liverpool to secure a victory in Bergamo.
Prediction: Liverpool to win
Betting Tip: Over 2.5 Goals
Atalanta heads into this UEFA Europa League match following a 2-2 draw against Verona in Serie A last Monday. Despite initially being 2-0 up within the first 18 minutes with goals from G. Scamacca and Éderson, Verona managed to secure a 2-2 stalemate with goals from D. Lazović and T. Noslin.
In the first leg at Anfield, Atalanta stunned the Reds with a 3-0 victory, courtesy of strikes from G. Scamacca and M. Pašalić, marking Liverpool’s first defeat at home since October 2022.
However, Atalanta has been experiencing defensive issues, conceding goals in their last 3 consecutive home matches. Piero Gasperini’s side boasts a 54% win rate overall and an impressive 73% home win rate this season.
On average, La Dea is scoring 1.94 goals per match in all competitions this season. In their last 6 games, Atalanta has secured 3 wins, 1 draw, and suffered 2 losses.
Liverpool is gearing up for the match following two consecutive defeats, suffering losses against Crystal Palace (0-1) and Atalanta (3-0), failing to secure a win in their last 3 games.
Their setback included a surprising 1-0 defeat against Crystal Palace in the race for the English Premier League title, alongside contenders Arsenal and reigning champions Manchester City. A goal from Crystal Palace’s E. Eze in the 14th minute sealed the victory for the Eagles.
The Reds have been struggling defensively, conceding goals in their last 9 consecutive matches. Jurgen Klopp’s side maintains a solid 68% win rate overall and a respectable 54% away win rate this season.
Liverpool is averaging an impressive 2.59 goals per match in all competitions this season. In their last 6 games, they have secured 2 wins, 1 draw, and suffered 3 losses.
Atalanta: Carnesecchi, Toloi, Hien, Djimsiti, Holm, Pasalic, Ederson, Ruggeri, Koopmeiners, Ketelaere, Scamacca
Liverpool: Allison, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson, Alexander-Arnold, Mac Allister, Endo, Jones, Salah, Jota, Diaz
Catch the UEFA Europa League match between Atalanta and Liverpool on DAZN this Thursday, 18th April 2024, at 19:00 UTC.