With just one round of Serie A action left, Atalanta host Parma at the Gewiss Stadium looking to seal a top-three finish. While La Dea are flying high after a strong end to the season, Parma are still nervously glancing over their shoulders. Kick Off Nigeria editor Ayomide Oguntimehin provides the lowdown for the May 25 clash.
Atalanta vs Parma Match Preview
Gian Piero Gasperini’s men have secured 74 points from 37 matches, placing them third in the Serie A standings. A Champions League return is already booked, but the team will want to end the campaign on a high note—especially in front of their fans.
Parma, meanwhile, are clinging to safety. Sitting 16th with 33 points, they are not yet mathematically safe from relegation and must avoid defeat in Bergamo to guarantee their place in the top flight for next season. However, they are winless in five of their last six league games and face an uphill battle.
Atalanta vs Parma Head-to-Head (Last Five Games)
- 23.11.2024 – Parma 1–3 Atalanta
- 04.08.2024 – Parma 4–1 Atalanta
- 09.05.2021 – Parma 2–5 Atalanta
- 06.01.2021 – Atalanta 3–0 Parma
- 28.07.2020 – Parma 1–2 Atalanta
Atalanta have had the upper hand in this fixture in recent seasons, winning four of the last five competitive meetings.
Recent Form: Atalanta
Atalanta have hit peak form at the right time, winning four of their last five league games. They’ve been scoring freely and maintaining discipline at the back, which makes them one of the most in-form sides in Italy right now.
The Gewiss Stadium has been a fortress for most of the season. Atalanta have taken 10 points from their last five home matches, including wins over Roma and Bologna, which makes them strong favourites heading into this clash.
Recent Form: Parma
Parma have managed just one win in their last five matches. While the draw against Napoli was credible, losses to Como and Empoli have left them vulnerable heading into the final day.
Parma are winless in their last five away matches. While they’ve managed to avoid defeat on several occasions, they’ve struggled to score and close out games.
Player to Watch: Ademola Lookman (Atalanta)
The Nigerian forward has been instrumental in Atalanta’s late surge. Lookman could add to his impressive goal tally and play a decisive role once again when they face Parma.
