Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen – Europa League Final Prediction & Betting Tips 22/05/2024
Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen are on the verge of achieving an Invincible Treble as they take on Atalanta in the 15th Europa League final at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin tonight.
Atalanta Preview & Form
Atalanta is entering the UEFA Europa League final in impressive form, having won seven matches, drawn one, and lost one in their last nine competitive matches. Their only loss was against Juventus in the Coppa Italia Final, where they were defeated 1-0. In their most recent Serie A match against Lecce, Atalanta secured a 2-0 victory, securing their spot in Champions League qualification through the league.
La Dea will be aiming to become the first Italian team to lift the UEFA Europa League trophy. Atalanta had an impressive journey to the final, remaining unbeaten in the group-stage matches and finishing at the top of Group D with 14 points. They defeated Sporting CP in the knockout stage with a 2-3 aggregate score. In the quarterfinals, they continued their impressive run by defeating Liverpool with a 3-1 aggregate score, and in the semifinals, they defeated Marseille 4-1 on aggregate to secure their spot in the final.
Bayer Leverkusen Preview & Form
Bayer Leverkusen is on the verge of making history, having already won the Bundesliga title with an unbeaten record. They enter this contest with a 51-game unbeaten run in all competitions, winning 42 and drawing 9 this season. In preparation for the final, Leverkusen defeated Augsburg 2-1 on their home turf last weekend, and they will hope to build on this momentum as they aim for a treble trophy this season. Xabi Alonso’s team has recorded victories and one draw in their last five competitive matches.
Leverkusen will be aiming to clinch their second European honor since the 1988 UEFA Cup. Xabi Alonso’s men displayed an impressive performance in their 2023–24 journey to the final, finishing top of Group H with a 100 percent win rate. Leverkusen then beat Qarabag 5-4 on aggregate in the round of 16, followed by a 3-1 aggregate win over West Ham in the quarters and a 4-2 win over Roma in the semis, securing their spot in the final.
Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen Key Points
- Atalanta have scored in 11 of their last 12 matches in the Europa League competition.
- Bayer Leverkusen has faced Atalanta twice in European competition, with the Italian side winning both legs.
- Bayer Leverkusen is unbeaten in all 12 UEFA Europa League games this season.
- Leverkusen have a 51-unbeaten run in all competitions this season.
- Leverkusen has seen both teams score goals in three of their last four matches.
- Leverkusen shattered Bayern Munich’s 11-year stranglehold on the German title.
Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen Starting Lineups
Atalanta predicted lineup (3-4-2-1): Musso (GK); Djimsiti, Hien, Tolói; Zappacosta, Ederson, Koopmeiners, Ruggeri; De Ketelaere, Lookman; Scamacca
Bayer Leverkusen predicted lineup (3-4-2-1): Kovář (GK); Tapsoba, Tah, Hincapie; Frimpong, Andrich, Xhaka, Grimaldo; Wirtz, Hofmann; Boniface
Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen Team News
Gian Piero Gasperini is facing some significant injury concerns as he prepares for the UEFA Europa League final. Atalanta may be without three key players when they face Bayer Leverkusen on Wednesday. Marten de Roon is the most prominent absence, as he is recovering from a leg issue. Sead Kolasinac will also miss the remainder of the 2023–24 season due to a muscle injury. Additionally, Gasperini is unsure about the fitness of Emil Holm, who is dealing with a calf injury.
On the other hand, Alonso’s team is entering the game with a full squad, as there are no reported injuries or suspensions for this crucial final.
Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen H2H Record (Last Two Games)
- Bayer Leverkusen 0-1 Atalanta
- Atalanta 3-2 Bayer Leverksuen
Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen Prediction Betting Tips
Both teams have been impressive all season in their competitive games. Leverkusen has an incredible record, having gone 51 games without a single defeat, while Atalanta has also had an impactful season as they booked the Champions League group stage for next season. We anticipate a tightly contested match with both teams scoring, but we predict a win for Leverkusen in the UEFA Europa League Final.
