Lecce back in survival race as Atalanta visits.

Following a defeat just before the international break, relegation-threatened Lecce take on La Dea hoping to put an end to a two-game losing run. Lecce vs. Atalanta kicks off at 14:00 [GMT+1] on Monday, April 6, at the Stadio Ettore Giardiniero - Via del Mare.

Lecce will come into this fixture in 18th place with 27 points, firmly in the relegation battle and in urgent need of results. Before the international break, they suffered back-to-back defeats following a 1-0 loss to Roma. That result leaves Lecce with only one victory in five Serie A games [LLWLL] as they head into Monday night’s clash with Atalanta. However, chances of bouncing back to winning ways remain slim with a lack of cutting edge in attack. Averaging only one goal per game while conceding 1.5, they have found it difficult to control matches. Their low possession numbers—around 35%—and limited shot output further underline a team that often plays reactively rather than dictating the tempo. At home, there have been slight improvements, with two wins in their last three matches, but the overall picture remains fragile. Even in those games, Lecce have not been particularly dominant, and their inability to consistently create chances remains a concern. Nikola Štulić led Lecce at the attacking end of Lecce’s 4—2—3—1 formation in defeat to Roma and is expected to do so once again against Atalanta.

La Dea sits in 7th place with 50 points while pushing for a European spot and aiming to maintain pressure on a host of UCL-chasing sides. Their form has been mixed [WLDDW]. In their last six league matches, they have managed just one win, alongside three draws and two defeats. While they continue to create chances—averaging close to 13 shots per game—their defensive record has been shaky, conceding 2.5 goals per match in that same period. Despite this dip, Atalanta’s away form over a longer stretch is impressive. They have avoided defeat in 25 of their last 30 away matches in Serie A, showing resilience and consistency on the road. Head-to-head history also heavily favours Atalanta. The visitors have picked up 11 victories in 19 meetings against Lecce. In addition, Atalanta have scored in each of their last nine encounters against Lecce in Serie A. This consistent attacking output suggests they are well-equipped to exploit Lecce’s defensive vulnerabilities. Overall, while Lecce’s need for points may drive a determined performance, Atalanta’s quality, experience, and strong away record give them the edge. A 4—2—3—1 formation with Nikola Krstović in attack is expected against Lecce.