Game Overview
Two Italian heavyweights are set to meet this weekend, with Atalanta playing host to Inter Milan. Not only is Inter Milan at the top of the Serie A table right now, but they are fresh off a 2-1 win over Juventus in the Italian Super Cup. In fairness, Atalanta has been in good form as well and is hoping to cut into the eight points that separate them from Inter at the moment.
Last Game Records
Inter Milan
- Last game: 2-1 win over Juventus in finals of Italian Super Cup.
- 15-4-1 in Serie A matches
Atalanta
- Last game: 2-0 win over Venezia in Coppa Italia
- 12-5-3 in Serie A matches
Matchup Information
- 2:45 p.m. EST, Sunday, January 16, 2022
- Bergamo, Italy
- Gewiss Stadium
Atalanta vs Inter Milan Betting Analysis
Atalanta Betting Analysis
While they only sit fourth in the Serie A table, Atalanta has put together a fine season. The Black and Blues have won each of their first two matches back from the winter break, out-scoring those opponents 8-2. Dating back to early October, Atalanta has just one loss in its last 13 Serie A matches.
The Black and Blues can thank their potent attack for that long stretch of positive results. Atalanta has scored the third-most goals in Serie A this season and is tied for first in assists, which is a sign that things are flowing nicely in open play. Four players have tallied at least four assists for Atalanta, while Duvan Zapata and Mario Pasalic are both among the best goal scorers in Serie A right now, combining for 17 goals in league play.
Defensively, Atalanta hasn’t been quite as good, but they’ve been good enough to win games given their offensive firepower. Over their last seven Serie A games, Atalanta has conceded nine goals. However, they’ve also kept three clean sheets during that stretch.
Inter Milan Betting Analysis
While they might be a little tired after playing an extra 30 minutes against Juventus midweek, Inter’s spirits will be high heading into this game after winning the Italian Super Cup. The win over Juventus was Inter Milan’s fifth straight victory across all competitions and their ninth straight win against domestic opponents.
With that kind of success, there’s no question that Inter has been strong in all areas this season. It starts on the attacking end with Inter Milan leading Series A with 51 goals in 20 matches. Lautaro Martinez has been the top talisman with 11 goals, while Edin Dzeko isn’t far behind with eight goals.
At the same time, Simone Inzaghi’s team has conceded the second-fewest in Serie A action this season. Despite giving up one goal in each of their two January matches, Inter Milan previously kept six consecutive clean sheets in league play, including all five of its Serie A matches in December.
Team Updates
Both sides have played just two matches since they were on winter break. That leaves both Inter Milan and Atalanta relatively healthy with no new injuries since the new year.
- Inter Milan has conceded just one goal in its last seven Serie A matches.
- Serie A has been held under two goals just once in hits last 11 matches across all competitions.
- Atalanta has conceded multiple goals in eight of its last 14 matches across all competitions.
- Atalanta has scored multiple goals in 11 of its last 14 matches across all competitions.
Inter Milan vs Atalanta Betting Preview
Both of these teams have world-class attacking players who are in excellent form right now. Both teams have also looked sharp since coming back from winter break, although perhaps not as good as they were before the break. After all, Inter Milan didn’t allow a goal against an Italian team in December but has conceded twice in two games in January.
However, Inter Milan’s defensive prowess has far superior to Atalanta. While they have good numbers on the season, Atalanta’s defense was porous for much of December. Holding a shut-out against Venezia in a cup game isn’t necessarily enough evidence to turn the tide.
Inter Milan vs Atalanta Betting Prediction
The smart money in this match is on Inter Milan to win. Given their defensive record this season, they will likely hold Atalanta to one goal or less. It’ll be tough for Atalanta to do the same against Inter’s attacking talent.
How to Bet Inter Milan vs Atalanta
Top sportsbooks are listing Inter Milan as the favorite in this game with a moneyline around +125, while Atalanta’s moneyline is around +185. Meanwhile, a draw has the most lucrative moneyline at +255. With Atalanta playing at home and having a lot of confidence, there is a lot of value in taking a draw.
But with a comfortable lead atop the Serie A table and the confidence that comes with lifting a trophy earlier in the week, it’s hard to envision Inter Milan losing this game.
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