Atalanta x Napoli - Highlights, Summary and Match Report | OneFootball

In a gripping Serie A fixture, Atalanta hosted Napoli at Gewiss Stadium, marking the 26th round of the 2025/2026 season. The match concluded with Atalanta clinching a 2-1 win, bolstering their campaign with crucial points. The home team demonstrated superior control, maintaining 57% possession and creating more significant opportunities with 7 shots on target compared to Napoli's 4.

The game kicked off with high intensity, and Napoli initially took the lead in the 18th minute through Sam Beukema, who expertly headed the ball into the net, assisted by Miguel Gutiérrez. However, Atalanta responded in the second half, equalizing in the 61st minute with a goal from Mario Pasalic, who capitalized on a precise cross from Nicola Zalewski following a corner kick.

As the match progressed, Atalanta gained momentum and eventually took the lead in the 81st minute. Lazar Samardzic scored the decisive goal, heading the ball into the right corner of the net after receiving an impeccable cross from Lorenzo Bernasconi. This goal not only put Atalanta ahead but also shifted the dynamics of the game, putting pressure on Napoli to respond.

The match concluded with Atalanta securing a well-deserved victory, thanks to their effective strategy and execution in crucial moments. Both teams displayed commendable skill and determination, but Atalanta's tactical superiority and better use of chances defined the outcome of this thrilling encounter.

Incidents: The story of the match

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The match begins

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Missed opportunity! Mario Pasalic of Atalanta had a header from close range within the six-yard box, but it sailed over the bar on the left side. The assist came from Nicola Zalewski, who delivered a cross following a corner kick.

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Missed opportunity. Sam Beukema from Napoli attempts a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it sails high and to the right of the goal.

Napoli takes the lead with a score of 1-0 against Atalanta. Sam Beukema scores with a header from the center of the penalty area.

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GOAL Napoli: Sam Beukema (Napoli) scores!

Sam Beukema scores goal number 2 in the competition (15 matches)

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Missed opportunity. Alisson Santos from Napoli attempted a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area but sent it wide to the left. The assist came from Miguel Gutiérrez.

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Opportunity wasted. Antonio Vergara from Napoli took a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area that narrowly missed the top left corner. The assist came from Sam Beukema, who headed the ball after a quick counterattack.

It's now 1-1 between Atalanta and Napoli. Mario Pasalic scores for Atalanta, heading the ball into the bottom right corner from close range. The assist came from Nicola Zalewski, who delivered a cross following a corner kick.

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GOAL Atalanta: Mario Pasalic (Atalanta) scores!

Mario Pasalic scores goal number 3 in the competition (21 matches)

Atalanta takes the lead with a score of 2-1 against Napoli. Lazar Samardzic heads the ball into the right corner from the center of the box, following a cross from Lorenzo Bernasconi.

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GOAL Atalanta: Lazar Samardzic (Atalanta) scores!

Lazar Samardzic scores goal number 2 in the competition (19 matches)

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Opportunity wasted. Marten de Roon from Atalanta attempted a shot with his right foot from outside the penalty area.

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The referee whistles for the end of the match