Atalanta ends winless streak Gasperini: Offensive strategy works again

In the 22nd round of the 2024/25 Serie A season, Atalanta defeated Como 2-1 with two goals from Retegui. Gasperini said that it was not easy for the team to maintain the same physical condition, but he also believed that the team's offensive strategy once again produced positive results.

In the 30th minute, Aliu Fadela passed the ball back from the penalty area, and Nico Paz took advantage of the unguarded opportunity and shot the ball into the net, helping Como take the lead 1-0.

In the 56th minute of the second half, Brescia Nini shook off the defense and made a cross. Retegui fell to the ground and shot into the goal, helping Atalanta to tie the score at 1-1. In the 70th minute, Brescia Nini passed the ball to the penalty area, Retegui received it and shot low, helping Atalanta to overtake 2-1.

In the end, Atalanta defeated Como 2-1 away. After the 4-game losing streak, Atalanta currently ranks third in the standings with 46 points, 7 points behind the leader Napoli.

Atalanta coach Gasperini said, "It is not easy to maintain the same physical condition, and every team in Serie A is very competitive and can always cause trouble."

"We played at a slower pace in the first half and didn't create many chances, but we played really well in the second half. The overall performance was positive and it was an important win."

Gasperini continued, "Bellanova and Brescianini found the right space after coming on from the bench, and our forwards, not just Retegui, have regained their vitality."

"Lookman and Dekatrare also scored goals before that, which shows that our offensive system is starting to work again. Although we could have ended the suspense of the game earlier, I am satisfied with the team's performance."

On the other hand, Atalanta will travel to Barcelona in the next round of the Champions League. Atalanta is currently ranked 7th in the Champions League standings with 14 points, so the "Goddess" only needs to win to advance directly to the round of 16.

Gasperini said, "The team has always maintained a positive attitude and we will go to Barcelona to participate in the game with great pride. Barcelona is one of the European giants we have not yet played against, and we will participate in an important Champions League game with a play-off qualification secured."