Atalanta's brilliant season has been slightly tarnished in recent weeks, as the Bergamaschi have failed to secure any wins in three matches. Juventus's playing crisis is even more evident, with a looming locker room conflict, and Thiago Motta reportedly ready to part ways with top players as early as January.
Following the Christmas break, Atalanta defeated Empoli (3:2) and then shared points with Lazio (1:1) and Udinese (0:0). The loss of Mateo Retegui may have impacted Atalanta, but they still lead Serie A in expected goals (43.04). At home, the Bergamaschi are on a five-match winning streak, having scored a total of 25 goals in eight home league games (the best record).
Juventus saw their unbeaten domestic run end in the Supercup semi-final loss to AC Milan (1:2), allowing 1.55 xGA and conceding the decisive goal through a Federico Gatti own goal. Juventus' defence has begun to falter, as evidenced in their derby against Torino (1:1), where the underdogs managed a draw with just 0.56 xG and two shots on target. It's worth noting that Thiago Motta will be watching from the stands in Bergamo, following his dismissal in the last round.
The current slump for Juventus seems set to aid Atalanta in ending their seven-match winless streak against the Turin side. We see potential in Atalanta's individual total.
