Atalanta and Cagliari meet level on six points after three games. Maurizio Sarri’s side are looking to bounce back from a painful late 2-1 defeat at Roma, while Fabio Pisacane’s Cagliari arrive in good spirits after a 1-0 win over Lecce.

Form Guide

• Atalanta: WWL in Serie A (wins over Sassuolo and Bologna, then the late collapse against Roma). Strong at home so far this season.
• Cagliari: Mixed but resilient (recent win vs Lecce). Defensively solid early on, conceding very few goals.

The hosts have the superior home record and attacking quality, while Cagliari are typically less effective on the road.

Team News

Atalanta
Out: Gianluca Gaetano (suspended after red card vs Roma), Isak Hien (injury), Kamaldeen Sulemana (injury).
Franck Kessié is expected to start in midfield. Possible XI (4-3-3): Carnesecchi; Zappacosta/Bellanova, Kossounou, Scalvini, Bernasconi; Éderson, Kessié, Samardžić; De Ketelaere, Scamacca, Rowe.

Cagliari
Out: Mattia Felici (serious knee injury), Riyad Idrissi, Yael Trepy; Yerry Mina doubtful.
Daniel Maldini (on loan from Atalanta) is available and likely to feature. Possible XI: Caprile; Zé Pedro, Deiola, Rodríguez, Obert; Adopo, Winks, Romano; Fazzini, Maldini; Mendy.

Key Battles & Outlook

Atalanta should dominate possession and create more chances at home. Cagliari will sit deep, stay organised and look to hit on the counter through Maldini or Mendy. Sarri’s side are expected to respond strongly after the Roma setback.

Prediction

Atalanta 2-0 Cagliari

La Dea are clear favourites to take all three points and reclaim early-season momentum on home soil.