Last Updated on February 23, 2024 9:37 pm by Erwin Noguera
The Serie A champion is practically sealed. However, the battle for the next place in the table is on fire, as time is running down to assure European participation.
In this context, we look at an exciting game, as we have a clash between Milan, who are placed third in the rankings as of this moment, and the 5th-placed Atalanta, who are 7 points behind.
This match will be the one to close the games on Sunday, and we are happy as it seems like we will have a banger of a game to finish our Italian Serie A weekend.
When:
Sunday, February 25, 2:45 pm ET at San Siro
Moneyline odds:
Milan 2.409
Atalanta 3.01
Draw Offs:
3.73
Where Can I Watch it?
ESPN, SKY HD, NBCSN, and DAZN
Why Bet on Milan?
Milan comes into this match as the hosts, and are trying to pick up the pace as they lost their most recent clash. They have a record of 16 wins, four draws, and five losses.
Il Diavolo has been progressing in the Europa League while also taking the time to look like complete trouble to their opponents in the Italian Serie A, which is quite impressive in itself.
Even though they have been excellent during the season, only 2 points below Juventus in second place, the 11 points gap between them and the top and their elimination from the Coppa Italia against this same rival means that the Europa League is their last hope at a trophy.
Why Bet on Atalanta?
Atalanta is in the 5th spot with 14 wins, three draws, and seven losses in their current campaign. However, they have impressive momentum, as they are on a seven-match unbeaten streak, and boast a five-straight wins streak.
Atalanta is looking to repeat the feat from the last meeting with Milan, where they managed to get a 3-2 victory over their opponents. That should provide a psychological edge over their rivals.
They are not at the top form they’d wish to be at, but they are still alive in all competitions and should handle tougher challenges as things go by.
Final Betting Analysis: Milan vs. Atalanta
These two teams are the only ones to have scored over ten goals via substitutes this season, so we are expecting the inspiration in this clash to come from the benches.
They are on equal forces and have similar approaches to their game, although, truth be told, Gasperini seems to be in his prime for the season, contrary to Pioli, who has received many criticisms after his last two defeats in a row.
The latter implemented changes in the last Serie A match to prepare for the Europa League. They ended up conceding seven goals between both games.
We believe the trend of bad defense will continue. We’ll go for a 3-3 draw.
Go for a draw at 3.73. If you bet $100 at such odds, you could get $273 for a total payout of $373.
Milan vs. Atalanta Betting Pick: Draw
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