AS Roma vs Atalanta prediction

THE FORECAST

Roma starts the season strong with a clean sheet of 4-0 in goal difference and plays at home, which combined with Atalanta's injury troubles (four absentees including Hien and Kristensen at the back) provides an advantage. The fatigue data is confusing due to negative rest days, but both teams seem to have put their previous match well behind them; however, Atalanta plays in the Conference League shortly after, which could increase rotation pressure. The heat (up to 35°C) can slow down Atalanta's intensive pressing style under Gasperini, which further strengthens Roma's home advantage.