Our Atalanta vs Venezia prediction is a home win. Maurizio Sarri’s Atalanta host pointless, bottom-of-the-table Venezia in Bergamo on Monday at 7:30pm EAT, and despite three straight defeats, the hosts have the quality and the history to get back on track. We expect Atalanta to win without too much drama.
Both sides need a result for very different reasons. Atalanta have slipped into the bottom half after a bright start, while Venezia have lost all five of their Serie A games so far. Here is everything you need to know before backing this one.
Atalanta vs Venezia: Key Facts
- Competition: Serie A 2026/27
- Date: Monday 12 October 2026
- Kick-off: 7:30pm EAT (6:30pm in Italy)
- Venue: Bergamo
- Managers: Maurizio Sarri (Atalanta), Giovanni Stroppa (Venezia)
- Atalanta form (last five): W W L L L, 6 points
- Venezia form (last five): L L L L L, 0 points, bottom of the table
Atalanta Form: Three Defeats in a Row
Atalanta began the season well, beating Sassuolo and Bologna in their first two matches. Since then, things have gone wrong. They lost to Roma, then to Cagliari, and were beaten by Juventus just before the international break.
Three straight defeats have left Sarri’s side with six points and sitting in the bottom half. That is not where a club with Atalanta’s recent record expects to be, and the pressure will be on to respond at home. The good news for them is that this is the most winnable fixture they have had in weeks.
Venezia Form: Five Games, Five Defeats
Venezia have found the going incredibly tough. They opened with a 2-0 home defeat to Lecce and have since lost to AC Milan, Frosinone, Fiorentina and Lazio. They are yet to pick up a single point and sit 20th.
Stroppa’s side have shown flashes in attack, but they have been far too easy to score against. Travelling to Bergamo to face a wounded Atalanta side is a hard place to start a recovery.
Head to Head
History is firmly on Atalanta’s side. They are unbeaten in their recent Serie A meetings with Venezia and have won the large majority of them, usually without conceding. The last league meeting, in spring 2025, ended 0-0, which shows Venezia can make it awkward, but Atalanta have generally had control of this fixture.
Atalanta vs Venezia Team News
Atalanta
Atalanta are without defenders Isak Hien and Odilon Kossounou. Giacomo Raspadori is a doubt after returning from international duty with a thigh problem, and Kamaldeen Sulemana is working his way back from a knee injury. Charles De Ketelaere is available, which gives Sarri a creative lift.
Venezia
Venezia are reported to be missing several players, including captain Gianluca Busio, Marin Sverko, Bartol Franjic, Ridgeciano Haps and Andrea Adorante. Joel Schingtienne is a doubt with an ankle problem, while Armel Bella-Kotchap is back in training.
Atalanta vs Venezia Prediction
Prediction: Atalanta to win. Suggested score: Atalanta 2-0 Venezia.
Our reasoning:
- Quality gap: Even on a bad run, Atalanta have a far stronger squad than a Venezia side without a point.
- Venezia’s absences: Losing their captain and several regulars makes an already difficult trip harder.
- Home pressure: After three defeats, Atalanta need a response, and this is the ideal fixture to deliver one.
- History: Atalanta’s strong record against Venezia, with plenty of clean sheets, supports a home win.
The one note of caution is confidence. A team on a three-game losing run can be nervy, so we prefer a straight home win to a big handicap. “Atalanta win to nil” is a bolder option for punters who trust their defence despite the injuries at the back.
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Betting Tips for Atalanta vs Venezia
- Main tip: Atalanta to win
- Alternative: Atalanta win to nil
- Goals angle: Under 3.5 goals
Confirm the line-ups before kick-off, especially whether Raspadori is fit to start for the hosts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Atalanta vs Venezia in Kenya?
Atalanta vs Venezia kicks off at 7:30pm East Africa Time on Monday 12 October 2026.
Where are Atalanta and Venezia in the Serie A table?
Atalanta have six points and sit in the bottom half after three straight defeats. Venezia are bottom with no points from five games.
Who is injured for Atalanta vs Venezia?
Atalanta are without Isak Hien and Odilon Kossounou, with Giacomo Raspadori a doubt. Venezia are reported to be missing Gianluca Busio and several other first-team players.
What is the best bet for Atalanta vs Venezia?
Our main pick is Atalanta to win, with Atalanta win to nil as a bolder alternative. Only bet what you can afford.
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