Atalanta are in red-hot form ahead of their Serie A clash with a struggling AC Milan in Bergamo on Friday.
The Bergamasci are mounting a serious charge for Scudetto, sitting just a point behind Napoli in second position. Most importantly, they seemed to have rediscovered their trademark relentless attacking football, racking up 11 wins and a draw in last 12 games in all competitions.
Atalanta’s form is in stark contrast to AC Milan’s faltering run. The Rossoneri will be arriving frustrated, searching for answers amid inconsistent performances. Sure, they are coming on the back of a 3-0 win against Empoli, but Milan are 9 points behind Atalanta with a game in hand.
With Gasperini steering the ship, the home fans are daring to dream of silverware as they face Foncesca’s clueless team, looking to find that Milan it-factor.
The Jugo Mobile looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Atalanta vs. AC Milan live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this Serie A match in the U.S.:
TV channel: —Live stream: Paramount+
This game is not available for live TV broadcast. Streaming options are available on Paramount+, which is currently offering a seven-day FREE trial to new members.
What time does Atalanta vs. AC Milan kick off?
This Serie A clash takes place at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo, Italy and kicks off on Friday, December 6 at 8:45 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Fri, Dec. 6 | 2:45 p.m. |
| Central Time | Fri, Dec. 6 | 1:45 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Fri, Dec. 6 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Fri, Dec. 6 | 11:45 a.m. |
Atalanta vs. AC Milan lineups, team news
Atalanta’s summer turbulence was compounded by ACL injuries to Giorgio Scalvini and Gianluca Scamacca. While Scalvini is nearing a return, Scamacca is still working his way back to full fitness.
Former Chelsea man Davide Zappacosta remains out with a calf issue, leaving Mateo Retegui leading the charge up front in Scamacca’s absence.
Atalanta have been thriving despite these setbacks as Retegui has led the firing line as the league’s top goalscorer so far with 12 goals already.
Atalanta predicted XI (3-4-2-1, right to left): Carnesecchi (GK) — Koussounou, Hien, Kolasinac — Bellanova, De Roon, Ederson, Ruggeri — De Ketelaere, Lookman — Retegui.
Injured: Zapacosta (calf), Scamacca (ACL)Suspended: None
On the other hand, Milan’s deep squad hasn’t solved their injury woes, with Luka Jovic sidelined due to a groin injury. His absence has been felt by the team in the attacking third.
But their head-scratchers don’t stop there as Ismael Bennacer remains out as well, adding to their midfield concerns. Veteran defender Alessandro Florenzi is also unavailable, nursing an ACL injury.
The Rossoneri will have to rely on squad depth to fill these gaps against a high-flying Atalanta side.
AC Milan predicted XI (4-2-3-1 right to left): Maignan (GK) — E. Royal, Gabbia, Thiaw, Hernandez — Fofana, Reijnders — Musah, Pulisic, Leao — Morata.
Injured: Florenzi (ACL), Bennacer (ankle), Jovic (groin)Suspended: None
Atalanta vs. AC Milan prediction
Atalanta have rediscovered their scoring swagger, as they are leading Serie A with 36 goals in 14 matches. That kind of goal-mouth action is always a joy for neutrals.
Meanwhile, AC Milan, with Yunus Musah anchoring the right flank, have found their groove too, netting three or more goals in five of their last six games. So, expect fireworks in Bergamo!
Prediction: Atalanta 2-2 AC Milan
Serie A fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Friday, December 6
- Inter Milan vs. Parma (12:30 p.m. ET)
- Atalanta vs. AC Milan (2:45 p.m. ET)
Saturday, December 7
- Genoa vs. Torino (9 a.m. ET)
- Juventus vs. Bologna (12:00 p.m. ET)
- Roma vs. Lecce (2:45 p.m. ET)
Sunday, December 8
- Fiorentina vs. Cagliari (6:30 a.m. ET)
- Verona vs. Empoli (9:00 a.m. ET)
- Venezia vs. Como (12:00 p.m. ET)
- Napoli vs. Lazio (2:45 p.m. ET)
Monday, December 9
- Monza vs. Udinese (2:45 p.m. ET)
