Atalanta – Cagliari

Atalanta’s home game against Cagliari ended in a 1‑2 defeat, leaving the Bergamo side still languishing in 11th place with six points from four matches, their goal tally balanced at five for and five against. Cagliari, meanwhile, moved up to fifth in the table, collecting nine points after three wins and a single loss, and improving their goal difference to +2 with four scored and two conceded. The result also tipped the head‑to‑head balance this season in Cagliari’s favour, as they now hold the sole victory in the two encounters between the clubs. The loss keeps Atalanta two points behind the safety‑zone threshold, while Cagliari’s win reinforces their push for a European spot.