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Genoa vs Atalanta BC Predictions Two teams still searching for fluency meet at Stadio Ferraris on Sunday as Genoa host Atalanta BC in Serie A. Neither side has quite landed where they hoped to be at this stage of the season, and that shared sense of underachievement gives this fixture an edge that goes beyond simple league position. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
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Atalanta enter this fixture with significant momentum, having won five of their last six games across all competitions. This run includes a recent 4-0 dismantling of Genoa in the Coppa Italia. Conversely, Genoa have been remarkably poor at home, winning just one of their last 11 league games at the Stadio Ferraris. With Gianluca Scamacca in prolific form and Raffaele Palladino holding a 100% win record against the Rossoblù, the visitors possess the tactical and individual quality to overcome their recent away-day blues and secure three points against a relegation-threatened opponent.
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This scoreline accounts for Genoa's improved attacking output at home, where they have scored in three straight games, while acknowledging their defensive lapses. Atalanta are the stronger side but have shown defensive vulnerabilities on the road, conceding in recent losses to Verona and Napoli. A 2-1 victory for the visitors aligns with the fact that 67% of both teams' matches this season have seen both teams find the net. It balances Atalanta’s superior firepower, led by Scamacca, with Genoa’s tendency to keep home games competitive but ultimately fall short.
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Genoa’s league record to date shows how often their matches have ended in each outcome across the season, setting the context for a tight Sunday night at Stadio Ferraris.
A quick snapshot of how often goals and “both teams to score” have featured in each side’s league matches so far this season.
Genoa’s league matches have averaged 2.6 total goals, while Atalanta’s have averaged 2.47, framing the kind of scoreboard rhythm this fixture often produces.
Genoa average 48% possession and have kept clean sheets in 13% of league matches, while Atalanta average 57% possession with a 20% clean-sheet rate.
- Genoa average 1.07 goals per match while conceding 1.53, a combination that explains why long spells of competitive play have often ended without enough reward in the league table.
- Atalanta take an average of 14.93 shots per match compared to Genoa’s 11.87, highlighting a clear difference in attacking volume that could tilt territorial control over 90 minutes.
- Genoa have kept clean sheets in just 13% of their league matches, while Atalanta have managed 20%, underlining why defensive concentration is likely to be decisive.
Match Tempo: Average Total Goals per League Game
Both sides have lived in fairly lively scorelines this season, with Genoa’s matches slightly higher on total goals than Atalanta’s.
Genoa have seen 2.5+ goals in 67% of league matches, which often turns their games into proper “something’s going to happen” evenings.
Atalanta’s 2.5+ rate is 40%, hinting at more matches that stay controlled for longer before the scoreline breaks open.
Defensive Stability: Clean-Sheet Rate
Clean sheets don’t tell the whole story, but they do show how often a side can finish a job without any last-minute panic.
Genoa have kept clean sheets in 13% of league games, which fits a season where they’ve often had to trade chances rather than close matches down.
Atalanta sit at 20% for clean sheets, giving them a slightly sturdier base when games swing into those edgy, single-moment spells.
Attacking Reliability: Goals per Match & Scoring Frequency
This pairs output (goals per match) with a simple reliability check: how often each side has managed at least one goal.
Genoa have scored over 0.5 goals in 67% of league matches, but the 33% “failed to score” rate shows why their nights can swing from sharp to blunt.
Atalanta have hit over 0.5 goals in 80% of league fixtures, and with a 20% “failed to score” rate they’ve generally found a way to get on the board.
Can Genoa steady themselves at Stadio Ferraris against an uncertain Atalanta?
Genoa start the weekend 16th in the table, uncomfortably close to the relegation places, with 14 points from 15 matches. Atalanta sit 12th on 19 points, a position that reflects a campaign of steady accumulation rather than the momentum usually associated with them. Both clubs have changed direction recently under new management, and while there have been signs of improvement, neither has yet escaped the feeling of being stuck between ideas.
For Genoa, home matches have been particularly testing. Just one win from eight at Stadio Ferraris has left the crowd restless, even if draws have been frequent. Atalanta, meanwhile, arrive with an away record that has lacked punch, collecting one win from seven on the road. This is not a meeting of teams brimming with confidence; it is one where tension, patience, and small details are likely to matter.
The league context only sharpens that sense. Genoa have scored 16 goals and conceded 23, while Atalanta have scored 19 and conceded 18. The margins are fine, the trajectories uncertain. Sunday feels like the kind of match that can either stabilise a season or deepen the doubts.
Team News and Likely Set-Ups
Genoa’s possible starting XI points towards a back three and wing-back structure: Leali; Marcandalli, Otoa, Vazquez; Norton-Cuffy, Frendrup, Malinovskyi, Thorsby, Martin; Vitinha, Colombo.
That selection suggests Genoa want security at the back and numbers in midfield, with the width largely coming from Norton-Cuffy and Martin. Frendrup and Thorsby offer legs and physical presence centrally, while Malinovskyi provides a more creative passing option from deeper areas. Ahead of them, Vitinha and Colombo look set to share the attacking burden, one dropping to link play, the other occupying defenders closer to goal.
Atalanta’s possible starting XI also points towards a three-at-the-back system: Carnesecchi; Scalvini, Hien, Kolasinac; Zappacosta, De Roon, Ederson, Bernasconi; De Ketelaere, Pasalic; Scamacca.
This shape gives Atalanta a familiar balance. De Roon and Ederson form a solid central base, capable of protecting the defence while recycling possession, while Zappacosta and Bernasconi provide width and forward thrust. De Ketelaere and Pasalic operate between the lines, supporting Scamacca, whose role is likely to be both a focal point and a reference for longer passes when pressure builds.
On paper, both sides mirror each other structurally. That symmetry often pushes games towards individual duels and second-ball battles rather than sweeping patterns of dominance.
How the Match Could Be Played
The opening phases are likely to be cautious. Genoa’s average possession sits at 48%, rising to 54% at home, which hints at a side more comfortable when they can slow the game down and choose their moments. Atalanta, by contrast, average 57% possession overall and 56% away, suggesting they are happier controlling the ball even on their travels.
That difference could shape the first tactical contest: who dictates tempo in midfield. De Roon and Ederson are used to operating in games where Atalanta have the ball for long stretches, while Frendrup and Thorsby are more accustomed to disrupting rhythm and competing physically. If Genoa can turn the centre of the pitch into a series of scrappy exchanges, they can prevent Atalanta from settling into a passing groove.
Out wide, the wing-backs will be crucial. Genoa rely heavily on Norton-Cuffy and Martin to stretch play, especially given their modest scoring rate of 1.07 goals per match. Those wide deliveries are often the route to goal, either directly or via knockdowns and second phases. Atalanta’s back three, particularly Scalvini and Hien, will be tested in terms of spacing: step out too aggressively and space opens up behind; sit too deep and Genoa can pin them back.
Atalanta’s attacking patterns are more patient. They average 14.93 shots per match, significantly higher than Genoa’s 11.87, and that volume comes from sustained pressure rather than quick bursts. De Ketelaere’s movement between the lines, combined with Pasalic’s late runs, is designed to pull defenders out of shape and create shooting lanes for Scamacca or edge-of-the-box efforts.
Transitions may prove decisive. Genoa concede an average of 1.53 goals per match and allow 1.35 expected goals against, figures that point to moments of defensive vulnerability when their shape breaks. If Atalanta can win the ball and move it quickly into advanced areas, especially targeting the channels behind the wing-backs, they can test that fragility.
Equally, Atalanta are not immune themselves. They concede 1.2 goals per match and allow 1.24 expected goals against. Away from home, those numbers worsen slightly. If Genoa can force turnovers high up the pitch, Colombo and Vitinha may find themselves with chances before Atalanta’s defensive structure is fully set.
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The Numbers That Support the Story
Genoa’s league position tells part of the tale, but the underlying figures add texture. They score 1.07 goals per match from an expected goals figure of 1.30, suggesting that their finishing has not always matched the quality of chances created. That gap matters because it explains why periods of decent play have not consistently translated into points.
Defensively, Genoa concede 1.53 goals per match despite an expected goals against figure of 1.35. The implication is clear: when chances are conceded, they tend to be punished. Over 15 matches, that difference accumulates into pressure on results and confidence.
Atalanta’s profile is more balanced. They score 1.27 goals per match from an expected goals figure of 1.63, hinting at some inefficiency in front of goal, while conceding 1.2 goals per match from 1.24 expected goals against. Their matches average 2.47 total goals, compared to Genoa’s 2.6, reinforcing the idea that Atalanta games are slightly more controlled.
Shot data reinforces the contrast. Atalanta generate nearly three more shots per match than Genoa, but with a conversion rate of 8% compared to Genoa’s 9%. Volume versus marginal efficiency is one of the quiet themes running through this fixture.
Key “Moments” to Watch
One key moment will be the first sustained spell of pressure. If Atalanta can string together early possession and force Genoa deep, the home side may be drawn into defending for long periods, something their season numbers suggest is uncomfortable territory. Conversely, if Genoa can disrupt that rhythm early, the crowd at Stadio Ferraris can become a factor.
Another is the battle in wide areas. Norton-Cuffy against Zappacosta, and Martin against Bernasconi, are duels that could decide which side spends more time in the final third. Success here is not just about crossing quality, but about territory and momentum.
Finishing, inevitably, looms large. Genoa have failed to score in 33% of their league matches, while Atalanta have failed to score in 20%. Those figures underline how easily this game could drift into long stretches without goals, before being decided by a single lapse or piece of quality.
What could go wrong with this read? Plenty. A redirection, a set-piece scramble, or an early goal can rip up any carefully constructed tactical plan. Both teams have drawn often this season, and another stalemate would surprise nobody.
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Atalanta to win
The justification for an Atalanta victory rests on a stark contrast between their recent resurgence and Genoa’s sustained struggles at home. Since the appointment of Raffaele Palladino, Atalanta have undergone a significant transformation, winning five of their last six matches across all competitions. This run includes a dominant 4-0 victory over Genoa in the Coppa Italia just weeks ago, providing a clear psychological and tactical edge. While Atalanta’s away form in Serie A has been patchy, their overall momentum is far superior to a Genoa side that has managed only one top-flight victory at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in their last 11 attempts.
Furthermore, the individual form of key personnel favors the visitors. Gianluca Scamacca has returned to full fitness and is hitting a clinical stride, having played a part in five goals across his last four appearances, including a brace in the recent 2-1 win over Cagliari. Genoa, meanwhile, continue to struggle with defensive consistency, conceding an average of 1.53 goals per match. Their tendency to be punished for defensive lapses aligns poorly with an Atalanta attack that generates nearly 15 shots per match. While Genoa have seen a slight improvement under Daniele De Rossi, they remain just two points above the relegation zone and have failed to score in 33% of their league fixtures. Given that Palladino has a perfect record against Genoa—winning all five of his previous managerial encounters with them—the visitors are well-positioned to exploit a home side that has proven frequently unable to hold firm at the Marassi.
What could go wrong Atalanta have lost their last three away matches in Serie A, showing a vulnerability on the road that contrasts sharply with their European and home form. Additionally, the absence of key players like Ademola Lookman and Odilon Kossounou due to international duty, combined with defensive injuries to Berat Djimsiti, could disrupt their rhythm and allow a motivated Genoa side to scrap for a point.
Correct score lean
1-2
Rationale
A 1-2 scoreline reflects the competitive but ultimately superior quality of the Atalanta attack. Genoa have shown an ability to find the net recently, scoring in three consecutive home matches, which suggests they can breach an Atalanta defense that is currently missing the influential Berat Djimsiti. However, Genoa’s season average of 1.07 goals per game suggests they rarely score more than once against disciplined opposition. Conversely, Atalanta average 1.27 goals per game but have seen 67% of their matches end with both teams scoring. Given Scamacca’s form, a narrow away win is the most logical outcome.
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