Serie A· Season 2025
Match Summary
Atalanta defeated AC Milan 3:2. The match was played in Serie A 2025. Goals were scored by Ederson 7′, D. Zappacosta 29′, G. Raspadori 51′, S. Pavlovic 88′, C. Nkunku 90′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. AC Milan had 58% possession while Atalanta held 42%. AC Milan had 20 shots (9 on target) compared to 9 (5 on target) for Atalanta. Expected goals: AC Milan 2.21 — Atalanta 1.38. AC Milan made 5 substitutions, Atalanta made 4.
Match Events
assist: N. Krstovic
assist: Ederson
assist: S. Ricci
Penalty
Match Statistics
AC Milan had 58% possession against Atalanta's 42%. AC Milan registered 20 shots (9 on target) while Atalanta managed 9 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 2–2. Fouls committed: 8–17.
Lineups
AC Milan lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under Massimiliano Allegri, while Atalanta deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Raffaele Palladino.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for AC Milan is 6.94, compared to 6.96 for Atalanta. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. AC Milan's highest-rated starter is A. Rabiot (7.24), while Atalanta's best-rated player is M. Carnesecchi (7.34).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of AC Milan have contributed 30 goals and 18 assists this season, led by R. Leao (9G). Atalanta's starters account for 28 goals and 22 assists, spearheaded by N. Krstovic (10G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
AC Milan deploy 3 defenders rated 6.96 on average, against Atalanta's 3-man backline averaging 6.87. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
AC Milan field 5 midfielders averaging 6.96, versus Atalanta's 4 rated 6.97. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
AC Milan start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.71, compared to 3 for Atalanta averaging 6.92. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 85% for AC Milan and 82% for Atalanta. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
AC Milan's starters have collected 38 yellow cards this season, compared to 34 for Atalanta. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of AC Milan's starting XI is 25.6 (youngest: D. Bartesaghi (20), oldest: M. Maignan (30)), while Atalanta average 26.8 (youngest: G. Scalvini (22), oldest: M. De Roon (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
AC Milan's starters average 30 league appearances each, versus 29 for Atalanta. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Massimiliano Allegri
Substitutes
Coach: Raffaele Palladino
AC Milan and Atalanta have met 30 times — AC Milan won 10, Atalanta won 11, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Atalanta leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 30 meetings. A combined 73 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.43 per match (37 for the home side, 36 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 15 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 12 games (40%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Atalanta are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2023.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
Match Prediction
Injuries & Suspensions
AC Milan
- DoubtfulL. Modric
- DoubtfulC. Pulisic
- DoubtfulF. Tomori
- DoubtfulL. Modric
- DoubtfulC. Pulisic
- DoubtfulF. Tomori
Atalanta
- DoubtfulL. Bernasconi
- DoubtfulB. Djimsiti
- DoubtfulL. Bernasconi
- DoubtfulB. Djimsiti
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
AC Milan
2.34
1xBet
Draw
3.45
Dafabet
Atalanta
3.65
Dafabet
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
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API data: 17 May 2026