Barcelona 2-2 Atalanta

Current streaks

Recent form

Barcelona

Barcelona have been in sensational form recently, boasting an impressive run of five wins and one draw in their last six matches. The Catalan giants have been particularly prolific in front of goal, netting an astonishing 25 times at an average of 4.17 goals per game. Their attacking prowess was on full display in their latest outing, a 7-1 thrashing of Valencia in La Liga. Barcelona's goal-scoring exploits have not been limited to domestic competitions, as evidenced by their thrilling 5-4 victory over Benfica in the Champions League. The team's defensive record, while not as stellar as their attacking output, has been respectable, conceding 1.5 goals per game. Barcelona's current unbeaten streak stands at seven matches, with their last defeat coming more than a month ago. Notably, 83% of their recent matches have seen both teams score, while 67% have featured over 2.5 goals, highlighting the entertaining nature of Barcelona's recent fixtures.

Atalanta

Atalanta have shown mixed form in their recent fixtures, with their last six games resulting in an even split of two wins, two draws, and two losses. The Bergamo-based side have been involved in some high-scoring encounters, most notably their impressive 5-0 victory over Sturm Graz in the Champions League, which stands out as their most dominant performance. Despite their inconsistent results, Atalanta have maintained a positive goal difference, scoring 10 goals whilst conceding 7 across these six matches. Their defensive record has been respectable, keeping two clean sheets during this period. Interestingly, half of their recent matches have seen both teams score, and there's been an equal split between games going over and under 2.5 goals, suggesting a balanced attacking and defensive approach. Atalanta's current form indicates they are capable of both high-scoring wins and tight contests, making them an unpredictable side for opponents to face.

Recent home/away form

Barcelona

Barcelona's recent home form has been a rollercoaster, with the Catalan giants experiencing a notable upturn in their last two matches after a concerning three-game losing streak. The Blaugrana have bounced back emphatically, netting an impressive 12 goals in their last two home fixtures, including a 7-1 thrashing of Valencia in La Liga. This resurgence comes after a difficult period where they suffered three consecutive home defeats, conceding five goals whilst scoring only twice. Despite the recent inconsistency, Barcelona have been prolific in front of goal, averaging 2.83 goals per game over their last six home matches. Their defensive record has been somewhat shaky, with only one clean sheet in this period, but the team's attacking prowess has often compensated, resulting in 83% of these games featuring over 2.5 goals.

Atalanta

Atalanta have shown a solid away form in their recent fixtures, demonstrating resilience and defensive strength. The Bergamo-based side have managed to secure three wins, two draws, and only one loss in their last six away matches, with an impressive three clean sheets during this period. Their defensive prowess is further highlighted by the fact that they've conceded only 0.67 goals per game on average. Interestingly, 83% of these matches have seen under 2.5 goals, suggesting a trend towards low-scoring affairs when Atalanta play away from home. While their attacking output has been modest, averaging just one goal per game, they've been efficient in converting these into positive results. The team's ability to grind out results is evident in their recent 1-0 and 2-0 victories against Cagliari and AS Roma, respectively, showcasing their capacity to secure valuable away points in Serie A.