AS Roma vs Atalanta preview
AS Roma host Atalanta at the Stadio Olimpico on September 5, 2026, in an Italian Serie A fixture scheduled for 18:45 UTC. Both clubs enter this match with perfect records, having collected maximum points from their opening two league fixtures. AS Roma, managed by Gian Piero Gasperini, have secured back-to-back 4-0 victories to sit at the top of the early Serie A standings. Their recent form has been highlighted by the performance of Donyell Malen, who has recorded 19 goals in his first 20 Serie A appearances, alongside contributions from Matias Soule and summer signing Rodrigo Mora.
Atalanta, now under the leadership of head coach Maurizio Sarri, also arrive with two wins from their first two matches, having conceded only one goal across four competitive games including their Conference League playoff campaign. The visitors opened their league account with a 2-1 win over Sassuolo before securing a disciplined victory in their second outing. While Roma have dominated their recent fixtures, they have historically struggled at home against this opponent, winning only one of their last 12 top-flight home games against Atalanta. This encounter serves as a significant test for both sides as they look to maintain their unbeaten starts to the 2026/2027 campaign.