On 1 October one of the matches of the 7th round of the Italian football championship took place. Atalanta (Bergamo) and Juventus (Turin) met.
Italian Championship, 7th round
Atalanta (Bergamo) - Juventus (Turin) - 0:0 (0:0)
The long awaited football match between Atalanta and Juventus ended in a goalless draw, leaving both teams with mixed emotions. A tense Serie A match took place at the Stadio Geviss, with the teams battling for a chance to move up the standings. Both teams showed great defensive qualities in the first half, which led to a 0-0 scoreline at half-time. In the second half, both Atalanta and Juventus looked to seize the initiative and turn the tide. However, despite their efforts, they failed to score. In the 45th minute, Juventus midfielder A. Rabiot received a yellow card for careless behaviour. This warning had little effect on the intensity of the game, with both teams continuing to fight for control of the game. In the 53rd minute, Juventus defender Danilo joined his teammate, also receiving a yellow card. In the 65th minute, there was an interesting turn of events: "Atalanta made their first substitution, bringing on A. Lukman instead of L. Muriel. This tactical move was aimed at energising Atalanta's attacking line and possibly breaking the deadlock. Soon Atalanta made another substitution - G. Scalvini replaced S. Kolasinac.
Meanwhile, Juventus responded with their own substitutions in the 68th minute: N. Faggioli replacing F. Miretti and A. Cambiaso replacing F. Kostic. In the 75th minute, Juventus made a third substitution: M. Keane replaced K. Yildiz. These changes were to change the fate of Juventus, who were unable to break through Atalanta's tight defence. In the 82nd minute Atalanta made a substitution: instead of M. Pasalic came K. De Ketelare. De Ketelare, and instead of E. Holm - D. Zappacosta. In response, Juventus made two substitutions in the 84th minute: Bremer came on in place of D. Rugani and V. Vea replaced T. Vea. McKennie. In the 86th minute Atalanta made the last substitution: M. Ruggeri came on in place of M. Bakker. The game was nearing the climax, both teams continued to press and look for that winning goal. By the final whistle the scoreboard remained unchanged - 0:0. It was a disappointing result for both Atalanta and Juventus, who were hoping to take all three points and move up the Serie A standings. However, the game showed the determination and resilience of both teams and the fans are looking forward to more encounters. Atalanta's E. Holm received a yellow card in the final minutes of the match, adding to his team's frustration. Despite the lack of goals, the match was a testament to the fierce competition and skill of both sides. Football fans will certainly remember this intense battle between Atalanta and Juventus for its intensity and the tantalising prospect of possible revenge in the future.
The following matches await the rivals in the next round: Lazio vs Atalanta, Juventus vs Torino.
| Atalanta | Juventus | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Kicks to the goal | 3 |
| 15 | Kicks | 5 |
| 4 | Blocked shots | 2 |
| 9 | Penalty kicks | 2 |
| 6 | Penalty kicks | 3 |
| 12 | Offences | 7 |
| 5 | Corners | 2 |
| 0 | Offsides | 1 |
| 52% | Ball possession | 48% |
| 0 | Yellow cards | 2 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 3 | Keeper saves | 2 |
| 535 | Total assists | 515 |
| 466 | Accurate assists | 447 |
| 87% | Accuracy of passes | 87% |