Atalanta vs AC Milan Match Prediction, Fantasy Football Tips and Possible Starting Lineups

The Scudetto race this season is shaping up to be an absolute classic—a battle that’s arguably the tightest and most exciting in a generation. With just four points separating the top five teams in Serie A, every game feels like a must-win clash. And right in the heart of this electrifying title chase is Atalanta, a club whose attacking flair has lit up Italian football. Known for their relentless offense and fearless style, La Dea have climbed into the elite company of Serie A's heavyweights.

Their next challenge? None other than AC Milan, one of the perennial powerhouses of Italian football. While Atalanta look every inch a genuine contender in this season's electrifying Scudetto race, the same can't quite be said for AC Milan. The Rossoneri have struggled with inconsistency, leaving them on the fringes of a title fight that’s shaping up to be one of the most thrilling in years. Sitting 10 points behind league leaders Napoli—albeit with a game in hand—Milan’s Scudetto dreams are hanging by a thread. If they’re serious about reigniting those hopes, tonight’s clash against a red-hot Atalanta is a must-win. 

That said, Milan arrive in decent form, boasting a seven-game unbeaten streak since their 2-0 loss to Napoli back in late October. In fact, the Rossoneri have found their scoring boots recently, netting an impressive 12 goals in their last three outings. Paulo Fonseca’s side seems to be hitting their stride at just the right time, but will it be enough to take down one of the most in-form teams in Europe? 

Because let’s face it, if there’s one side in Italy currently outshining Milan, it’s Atalanta. Gian Piero Gasperini’s men are on an astonishing eight-match winning run across all competitions and haven’t tasted defeat in 13 games, their last loss dates back to late September against Como. This relentless run of form has propelled La Dea to within a single point of Napoli at the top of the table. And with the Partenopei facing a tricky test against Lazio, the stars could align for Atalanta to finish the matchday as Serie A’s top dogs. It’s all set up for an unmissable showdown at the Gewiss Stadium. Will Milan keep their slim title hopes alive, or will Atalanta continue their stunning march toward the summit? 

Atalanta vs AC Milan – Match Date, Time and Venue       

Date: 7th December 2024             

Time: 1:15 AM (IST)             

Stadium: Gewiss Stadium   

Location: Bergamo, Italy 

Atalanta’s Possible Starting XI  

Carnesecchi; Djimsiti, Hien, Kolasinac; Bellanova, Ederson, De Roon, Ruggeri; De Ketelaere, Lookman; Retegui. 

AC Milan’s Possible Starting XI 

Maignan; Emerson, Gabbia, Thiaw, Hernandez; Fofana, Reijnders; Chukwueze, Pulisic, Leao; Morata. 

Atalanta vs AC Milan Fantasy Team 

Goalkeeper: Marco Carnesecchi (Atalanta) 

Defenders: Isak Hein (Atalanta), Theo Hernandez (Milan), Odilon Kossounou (Atalanta) 

Midfielders: Christian Pulisic (Milan), Charles De Ketelaere (Atalanta), Tijjani Reijnders (Milan), Ederson (Atalanta) 

Forwards: Mateo Retegui (Atalanta), Rafael Leao (Milan), Ademola Lookman (Atalanta) 

Atalanta vs AC Milan Fantasy Team For Tonight's Match

Atalanta vs AC Milan – Fantasy Team Captain and Vice-Captain           

Choice 1: Ademola Lookman (C), Tijjani Reijnders (VC)           

Choice 2: Mateo Retegui (C), Charles De Ketelaere (VC)        

Disclaimer:             

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision.