Atalanta vs Fiorentina tips and prediction: Depressed Viola to face Bergamo bashing in season finale

Just when you thought we were done with football, Serie A has pulled us back in for one last fixture.

For Fiorentina, this is arguably the last thing they wanted. Following a devastating loss in the Europa Conference League final, the players would’ve undoubtedly preferred to be on a sun lounger with a glass of Moretti in one hand.

Instead, the Vincenzo Italiano’s men have one more task at hand, and it couldn’t get any more difficult.

Atalanta, who come into this game as Europa League winners, have enjoyed a truly remarkable campaign.

A top four finish and Champions League qualification is already in the bag, but a win over Fiorentina would seal third spot.

Gian Piero Gasperini’s men are looking for their seventh straight Serie A win and the odds are certainly in their favour.

Atalanta have only lost one of their last 11 matches across all competitions – a 1-0 defeat to Juventus in the Coppa Italia final.

Fiorentina, on the other hand, have only picked up two victories from their last six outings – including that extra time heartbreak against Olympiacos last Wednesday.

Looking at the betting market, a home win is the way to go. The visitors are emotionally and physically drained, whereas Atalanta will be intent on finishing a historic season on a high. What’s more, they’re playing in front of their own fans.

Ademola Lookman backed up his Europa League final hat-trick with a goal against Torino last Sunday.

We’re backing the former Everton, Fulham and Leicester man to stamp his name onto the scoresheet once more in a home win.

 

Key stats

- Atalanta are looking for their seventh straight Serie A win

- Fiorentina have won just two of their last 10 visits to Atalanta

- Over 2.5 goals have landed in seven of the last eight meetings

- Ademola Lookman has scored four goals in his last two matches

 

Suggested bets

Atalanta to win

Over 2.5 goals

Ademola Lookman to score anytime