In a heated match held at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, Juventus and Atalanta shared the points. At the end of the first half, the visitors opened the score: Kamaldeen Sulemana finished a counterattack with a precise shot in the 45+1st minute, bringing Atalanta ahead. The "Zebras" were much more active than their opponents during the first 45 minutes: shots — 13:6, shots on target — 6:1, ball possession — 67%. However, serious chances in front of the goal were defused by the visitors' defense led by Juan David Cabal.
In the second half, too, Pepe's men (Allegri's team) did not lose the initiative: quick passes through the center, crosses from the wing, and an increase in set pieces. The number of corners is clear evidence of this — the ball was sent into the visitors' penalty area 14 times. Finally, in the 78th minute, Juan David Cabal joined the attack, directed a low cross from the sideline into the opponent's goal, and equalized the score.
In the 80th minute, Marten de Roon left the field after a second warning and Atalanta finished the game with ten men. After that, Juventus increased the pressure: 24 total shots, 10 shots on target, and 88% passing accuracy — impressive statistics, but the winning goal did not come. The visitors, thanks to a disciplined block and confident play by the goalkeeper, held on to the valuable point.
From a tournament perspective, this draw holds lessons for both sides: while Juventus continues to fight for top rank, they need to improve attacking efficiency; Atalanta, even in a disadvantaged situation, did not lose control thanks to discipline and teamwork. The upcoming rounds will not be easy for either club — it is in such games that dropped points may prove decisive at the end of the season.
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