Our Predictions
Atalanta is the clear favorite with odds 1.45. Their home form is strong, and Slavia Prague struggles away, especially with several injuries hitting their defense.
Both teams have injury problems in attack. The odds at 1.62 for under 3.5 suggest a match likely to see fewer goals, especially with cautious play in key Champions League fixtures.
Odds of 2.10 for 'No' indicate bookmakers see a real chance only one team scores. With Atalanta's injuries and Slavia's away struggles, this looks likely.
Extratips: Atalanta vs Slavia Prague – Champions League Clash Preview
Welcome to Extratips! On October 22nd, Atalanta plays Slavia Prague at New Balance Arena in the Champions League League Phase. Atalanta holds 22nd, while Slavia Prague sits 31st in the live standings; both sides are eager for points in Group Stage action. Recent team news reveals Atalanta faces several injuries: De Ketelaere, Scamacca, Scalvini, Hien, Bakker, Zalewski, Kolasinac, and Éderson are all out, while Slavia Prague will be missing Javorcek, Horsky, Ogbu, and Boril.
Bet365's top odds: Atalanta win (1.45), Draw (5.00), Slavia Prague win (5.75). The odds suggest Atalanta is the strong favorite to grab the three points, while a draw or away win seems less likely.
Atalanta and Slavia Prague have met five times over the past decade, with Atalanta winning three, drawing one, and Slavia winning one. Patterns show matches often produce early goals and physical play.
At home, Atalanta has won 3, drawn 1, and lost 1 of their last five. Slavia Prague's away record is 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in the same span.
Strengths for Atalanta include fast attacks, set-piece threat, and pressing, but their defense is shaky, they're missing key players, and sometimes lack finishing. Slavia Prague is tough physically, works hard defensively, and is quick on the break, yet their away form is weak, scoring options are limited, and injuries bite.
Key factors: Injuries could affect both squads' depth, especially Atalanta's attack. Tactical flexibility for Slavia Prague might help, but their low confidence on the road is worrying.
Storylines: Can Atalanta overcome missing stars to win at home? Will Slavia Prague’s counter-attack produce a shock upset? Could both sides struggle to score?
Potential predictions: Atalanta win, Under 3.5 goals, Both teams NOT to score, Handicap Atalanta -1, Half time Draw.
In summary, Atalanta seems more dangerous at home despite missing players, while Slavia Prague's away form and injuries could slow them down. If Atalanta finds an early goal, it could open the match, but if Prague defends well, expect a more controlled affair.
Possible scenarios: Atalanta wins and controls play (high likelihood); a scrappy draw (medium); Slavia Prague shocks with a late winner (low chance).