Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | UEFA Champions League, February 19, 2025
Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge Preview
- Tournament: UEFA Champions League
- Date: Wednesday, Jan 2025
- Kick-off Time: 05:45 pm GMT
- Venue: Gewiss Stadium, Italy
Atalanta BC will face Club Brugge at their home stadium after the first leg ended 1-2 in favour of Club Brugge. Both teams have a lot on stake since these are the qualifying matches for the UEFA Champions League Round Of 16. The UEFA Champions League now has a new format which has added a qualifying stage for the Round Of 16 for those teams that finished below 8th position in the League Stage. This format has made the matches more thriving and intense and Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge is an example of that.
The hosts Atalanta BC have their home stadium advantage and are only devoid of one goal however it will be a difficult match and they will have to give their best to overcome Club Brugge and secure their spot in the RO16.
Atalanta have to pick up form since they recently drew 0-0 against Cagliari in the Serie A and the same goes for Club Brugge which drew 2-2 against STVV in the Belgian Pro League.
Atalanta BC Team News
The hosts have a lot of key players missing with their defensive partnership of Odilson Kossounou and Giorgio Scalvini out of action. On the other hand, their in-form player Ademola Lookman has been facing a knee issue since the previous six matches which has rendered him unfit.
The same goes for Daniel Maldini and Sead Kolasinac who can potentially miss the second leg as well. Ibrahim Sulamena might miss the match because he was forced off against Cagliari. To add more pain to their problems, their striker Scamacca is still unavailable for selection.
Club Brugge Team News
As for the visitors, they can potentially play without their defender Bjorn Meijer who has missed the last six matches due to an injury. As per the remaining line-up, the manager Nicky Hayen can potentially make some changes if needed.
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Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge Predicted Lineups
Atalanta BC Predicted Line-up (3-5-2):
Goalkeeper: Patricio
Defenders : Djimsiti, Hien, Posch
Midfielders: Cuadrado, Ederson, De Roon, Zappacosta, Pasalic
Forwards : De Ketelaere, Retegui
Club Brugge Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: Mignolet
Defenders : Seys, Ordonez, Mechele, De Cuyper
Midfielders: Onyedika, Jashari
Forwards :Talbi, Vanaken, Tzolis, Jutgla
Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge Head-To-Head Record
The two sides have faced off each other once that too in the first leg of the Knockout phase playoff of the UCL on February 12th, 2025.
Last Match Result
| Date | Match | Competition |
| February 11th, 2025 | Club Brugge 2-1 Atalanta BC | UEFA Champions League |
Key Players To Watch in Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge
Charles De Keteleare (Atalanta)
One of Atalanta’s key players will have to put in his best performance since Atalanta are already missing key players and are one goal down as well. He is quite capable of attacking and can potentially score a goal or two as well.
Hans Vanaken (Club Brugge)
Club Brugge’s main motive would be to widen the gap between them and the hosts. Hans Vanaken will be playing a central role in helping control the midfield as well as helping the other forwards score goals.
Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge Prediction
Despite trailing by one goal, Atalanta have a strong chance to overcome the deficit and are likely to qualify for the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. The first leg ended 1-2 in favour of Club Brugge however a stronger Atalanta side plus home stadium advantage amps up their chances to win the match.
Predicted Score: Atalanta BC 2-0 Club Brugge
Where to Watch Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge Live?
| Country | Where To Watch |
| USA | ESPN Plus |
| UK | Sky Sports Football |
| Germany | Sports 1 |
| India | Sony |
When is Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge?
The match between Atalanta BC and Club Brugge will be played on February 19th, 2025 at Gewiss Stadium, Italy.
Where To Watch Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge for free?
The game between Atalanta BC and Club Brugge can be watched on ServusTV, RTÉ Player, and Tabii.
What is the predicted score in Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge?
The predicted score for Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge is 2-0.
What is the head-to-head record for Atalanta BC vs Club Brugge?
Both sides have met only once in the past which ended in a 2-1 win for Club Brugge.
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