Atalanta has made a significant change to their lineup, giving Ademola Lookman his first start of the Serie A season as they prepare to host Como at the Gewiss Stadium on Saturday evening.
The match is set to kick off at 19:45 local time.
Lookman`s inclusion comes on the heels of his impressive performance in Atalanta`s 2-1 Champions League victory over Club Brugge earlier this week. Manager Gian Piero Gasperini has opted to keep faith with the Nigerian forward for this domestic fixture.
In midfield, Ederson retains his place alongside Mario Pasalic and Lazar Samardzic, both of whom found the net in the midweek European clash.
Como, under the guidance of Cesc Fabregas, have deployed summer acquisition Martin Baturina in an attacking role, partnering with Nico Paz to support striker Anastasios Douvikas. The visitors` midfield sees Maxi Perrone teaming up with Lucas Da Cunha in central positions.
Confirmed Starting Lineups:
Atalanta (3-4-1-2): Carnesecchi; Djimsiti, Hien, Ahanor; Zappacosta, Pasalic, Ederson, Bernasconi; Samardzic; Lookman, K. Sulemana
Como (4-2-3-1): Butez; Smolcic, Diego Carlos, Ramon, Vojvoda; Perrone, Da Cunha; Addai, Nico Paz, Baturina; Douvikas
This match presents an opportunity for Atalanta to build on their recent European success, while Como will be looking to cause an upset and climb the Serie A table. Both teams` tactical approaches and individual performances will be crucial in determining the outcome of this intriguing fixture.