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Shakhtar Donetsk vs Atalanta: Prediction and Betting Odds at 2.20
In their opening matches of the Champions League, Shakhtar and Atalanta faced their opponents, both ending in a scoreless draw of 0-0. They are set to clash again on October 2nd. Should we expect another tight game with few goals, or will these teams deliver an exciting performance this time? We provide insights in our prediction. Which betting options should you focus on today?
Command Analysis
Shakhtar Donetsk
UkraineCurrent Form
Shakhtar faced Bologna away in the opening match, resulting in a goalless draw (0-0). The match lacked excitement despite the Italians outshooting their opponents (17-4), as they only managed one shot on target. Early in the first half, the miners missed a penalty and throughout the game recorded just one shot on goal. Overall, the outlook for Marino Puzich's squad to advance to the knockout stage remains unclear, and while it is too early to draw conclusions, they struggled to create opportunities against Bologna. It's worth noting that in the last six Champions League editions, the Ukrainian giants have failed to progress past the group stage.
After seven rounds in the domestic league, Shakhtar has garnered only 13 points, placing them fourth. In their last match, they were held to a draw by Veres (1-1). It's notable that their attacking line has scored 18 times in the league; however, the level of competition is considerably weaker compared to the Champions League.
Disqualifications and Injuries
Puzankov and Sikan are injured and will not play today.
Interesting Betting Trends
- In the last 20 Champions League matches, Shakhtar has secured only four victories
- In 10 of their last 12 Champions League games, the miners scored more than one goal
- In three of their last four matches, Shakhtar committed more fouls
Projected Lineup: Reznik – Konoplya, Bondar, Matviyenko, Pedrinho – Bondarenko, Krysykiv, Sudakov – Zubkov, Traore, Eginaldo.
Atalanta
ItalyCurrent Form
Atalanta faced a challenging test in their opening match, playing at home against Arsenal. Gian Piero Gasperini's men held their ground, finishing the match in a goalless draw. Impressively, they outperformed the Gunners in expected goals with a score of 1.75 to 0.62. The match was primarily tactical, with neither side taking unnecessary risks, resulting in both teams only managing two shots on target.
In Serie A, Atalanta has not had the best of starts, accumulating just seven points after seven matches and currently sitting in 12th place. Following a tough victory over Fiorentina (3-2), they appeared set for a breakthrough, but that has yet to materialize. Atalanta surprisingly lost at home to Como (2-3) and then drew with Bologna (1-1) away. Significant defensive issues are evident, as they managed to keep a clean sheet only in their opening Serie A game against Lecce (4-0); in all other matches, they failed to secure their goal.
Suspensions and Injuries
Due to injuries, Scalvini, Toloi, and Scamacca will not participate today.
Interesting Betting Trends
- In six of the last eight matches involving Atalanta in the Champions League, both teams have scored goals
- Atalanta has been the first to score in five of their last seven Champions League matches
- In five of the last six matches, Atalanta has been caught offside
Expected Lineup: Carnesecchi – Kossunu, Djimsiti, Kolasinac – Zappacosta, Ederson, De Roon, Ruggeri – De Ketelaere – Retegui, Lookman.
Trends
Bet «Atalanta» scores in the second half
In the last two matches, «Atalanta» found the net in the second half
1.58Bet Total corners for «Atalanta» under 5.5
«Atalanta» has not produced more than five corners in the last 12 matches in regulation time of the Champions League
1.87Bet Correct score 0:1
Both of «Shakhtar's» last defeats were by a minimal score margin
7.20Bet Total yellow cards for «Shakhtar» over 1.5
In 9 of the last 11 matches in the Champions League, «Shakhtar» players received at least two yellow cards
1.55Bet 1st half: total under 1.5 goals
This bet has been successful in the last three matches for «Shakhtar»
1.51Tip and bets
Shakhtar Donetsk displayed a lackluster and straightforward approach in their opening UEFA Champions League match against Bologna. While they managed to keep a clean sheet thanks to the goalkeeper's impressive performance, earning points against Atalanta with such a style will prove challenging. Though Atalanta hasn’t been in top form in Serie A, they showed promise in the Champions League against Arsenal, notwithstanding their finishing issues. Currently, we believe that the Italians hold the upper hand across all metrics and have the ability to secure three points in Germany.
Our prediction is a victory for Atalanta at odds of 1.70
Total Bet
In the opening match, Shakhtar failed to create any scoring opportunities, managing only an unconverted penalty. Given their current form, it’s tough to expect them to breach their opponent's defense even once today. Moreover, in the match against Arsenal, Gasperini’s team clearly demonstrated their tactical ability to shut down all approaches to their penalty area.
The second bet is on the individual goal total for Shakhtar under one at odds of 1.61.
Exact Score Prediction Bet
Shakhtar is likely to focus on defense today, aiming to prevent their opponent from creating chances. Overall, the miners have been solid defensively and are unlikely to suffer a heavy defeat.
Prediction - Atalanta to win by one or two goals at odds of 2.20.
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