Atalanta managed to lock up Champions League qualification with a 2-0 away win over Lecce in the May 19, 2024 Serie A match.
Both teams started the match with positive inputs, but there were not many scoring chances in the first half. Atlanta's players showed excellent teamwork and ball control, while Lecce tried to find chances through defensive counterattacks.
However, Atlanta showed more offensive desire and strength in the second half. In the 48th minute, De Ketelaere (CDK) came on as a substitute and he quickly settled into the rhythm of the game and finished with a great pick and roll from the left side of the box to give Atlanta the lead.
Immediately after that, Atlanta's offense was on the rise. In the 53rd minute, Scaramacca received a corner kick from Milanchuk and scored a header to increase the score to 2-0. This goal not only showed Scaramacca's excellent header ability, but also demonstrated Atlanta's tacit understanding on the offensive end.
After taking the lead, Atlanta didn't let their guard down as they continued to maintain a high intensity offense and defense. Although Lecce also tried to find opportunities by adjusting their tactics, they were not able to score under Atlanta's tight defense.
In the end, Atlanta beat Lecce with a score of 2-0 on the road thanks to the excellent performances of De Cetelare and Scaramacca. This victory not only allowed Atlanta to lock up the Champions League qualification, but also showed their excellent strength and teamwork.
