Roma vs Atalanta Predictions, Picks & Odds – 05/09/2026
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Roma sit second in Serie A and carry serious momentum into this fixture, with four wins from their last five and a remarkable nine-match unbeaten league run. Gian Piero Gasperini's side bounced back from a 5-2 hammering at Inter with a commanding 3-0 home victory over Pisa. Fourteen clean sheets this season highlight their defensive resolve, with goalkeeper Mile Svilar leading save percentage charts across Europe's top five leagues.
Atalanta occupy sixth place and remain firmly in the European qualification conversation, though their recent form tells a mixed story. A four-game unbeaten streak came to an abrupt end last weekend when Juventus edged them 1-0 at home. The visitors have managed two wins and two draws from their previous five outings, and they travel to the Stadio Olimpico knowing Gasperini's intimate knowledge of their setup could prove a decisive factor against his former club.
Roma's nine-match unbeaten streak in Serie A, featuring seven wins and two draws, provides the foundation for backing the double chance 1X here. The home side at 1.79 looks appealing given their position of second in the table and 14 league clean sheets this season, anchored by Mile Svilar's outstanding goalkeeping record across Europe's top five leagues.
Atalanta's recent 1-0 defeat to Juventus snapped a four-game unbeaten run and exposed vulnerabilities that Roma can exploit at the Stadio Olimpico. While Atalanta hold an impressive head-to-head record of six wins and two draws in the last eight meetings, Roma's current home form and defensive solidity tilt the balance.
The draw at 3.83 offers additional coverage within the 1X selection. Roma have alternated between wins and losses in their last four outings, suggesting a tight contest is plausible. With both teams chasing European qualification, expect a cagey affair where under 2.5 goals at 1.96 also merits serious consideration alongside the primary pick.
Trends to Know about Roma vs Atalanta
- Roma unbeaten in nine league matches
- Fourteen clean sheets for Roma this season
- Atalanta winless in last two away outings
Form & Statistics: Roma vs Atalanta
Roma
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Atalanta
Recent form
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Lineups: Roma vs Atalanta
Roma
Starters
- 1 Mile Svilar
- 2 Gianluca Mancini
- 3 Evan Ndicka
- 4 Mario Hermoso
- 5 Zeki Celik
- 6 Bryan Cristante
- 7 Neil El Aynaoui
- 8 Matías Soulé
- 9 Stephan El Shaarawy
- 10 Donyell Malen
Absent
- Evan Ferguson (injury)
- Renato Marin (injury)
- Devyne Rensch (injury)
Atalanta
Starters
- 1 Marco Carnesecchi
- 2 Giorgio Scalvini
- 3 Berat Djimsiti
- 4 Sead Kolasinac
- 5 Davide Zappacosta
- 6 Marten De Roon
- 7 Ederson
- 8 Lorenzo Bernasconi
- 9 Charles De Ketelaere
- 10 Giacomo Raspadori
- 11 Nikola Krstovic
Absent
- Isak Hien (injury)
- Kamaldeen Sulemana (injury)
- Thomas Kristensen (injury)
- El Bilal Touré (Hamstring injury, expected return September 30, 2026.)
Low confidence
Both sides are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1 mirror formation, setting the stage for a tactically compact contest at the Olimpico. However, treat these XIs with caution: both are speculated from a single source dated nearly a week before kickoff, and injury doubts cloud several names on each sheet.
For Roma, the attacking interplay between Soulé and El Shaarawy behind the lone striker will be the key thread to watch. Atalanta's midfield engine, anchored by De Roon and Ederson, should give De Ketelaere the licence to roam and create, provided the fitness picture clears before Saturday evening.
Roma vs Atalanta: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Roma vs Atalanta Match?
What time is Roma vs Atalanta?
Roma welcome Atalanta to the Stadio Olimpico on 9 May 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 19:45 local time.
Where is Roma vs Atalanta being played?
Roma vs Atalanta will be played at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.
How Can I Watch Roma vs Atalanta on TV and Live Stream?
Roma vs Atalanta will be broadcast live on selected Serie A television partners and streaming platforms in India.
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