LiontipsAtalanta vs Spezia. Prediction and Betting Tips for 2022-23 Coppa Italia (January 19, 2023).
Command Analysis
Atalanta looked great at the start of the season and regularly collected points, even though they didn't show bright attacking football they are known for. But Gianpiero Gasperini's men suffered a dip in form just before the World Cup break and dropped out of the title race.
After the break, La Dea started gaining momentum - they saved an almost hopeless game against Spezia (2:2) and got a strong-willed victory over Bologna (2:1). In the last round, the Bergamo side thrashed Salernitana (8:2) at home. Currently, Atalanta are 6th in Serie A, trailing the top-4 by three points.
At the start of the season, Spezia appeared very weak - they lost most of the matches and sat in the bottom half of the table. But Cremonese, Verona and Sampdoria were doing even worse, so the Eagles managed to stay clear of the relegation zone. Luca Gotti's team was competitive at home but didn't earn a single point away.
Spezia managed to improve the quality of their performance just before the hiatus. In the first game after the break, they drew against Atalanta (2:2), then they tied with Lecce (0:0). In the last round, Spezia upset Torino (1:0) and climbed to 15th in the table.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 3:1
Two of the last four games between the clubs ended with this score.
СтавкаAtalanta to score in each half
In two of the last three games between the clubs, this bet won.
СтавкаSpezia to score in 1st half
In the last three head-to-head games, Spezia scored before halftime.
Tip and bets
Atalanta have looked great in the last couple of games, and they might have to go for the cup, because the competition for the top-4 finish in Serie A is too tight, and La Dea might not be able to catch up with the leaders. Spezia are in decent form, too, but they are preocupied with the relegation battle in the league and probably will choose to focus on retaining the residence in the elite. Plus, the home team has a class advantage.
Our prediction – Asian handicap (-1.5) to Atalanta
Atalanta are more motivated to win this game - the Little Eagles have other priorities. We predict a confident victory for Gasperini's side.
Second bet - Atalanta to win by 2 goals
