Why Atalanta is the Team that Could Finally Beat Bayer Leverkusen

The UEFA Europa League Final in Dublin, Ireland on May 22, 2024, is a clash of two giants. Atalanta faces Bayer Leverkusen who boast an impressive 51-game unbeaten record but Atalanta is determined to upset the odds and claim history.

Bayer Leverkusen made history by breaking the record for the most games unbeaten by a European team this season but will Atalanta make history by beating the unbeaten record-holder team?

Atalanta’s Journey to the Dublin Final

Atalanta’s journey to the final has been nothing short of remarkable and dramatic triumphing over difficult opponents including some of Europe’s giants.

• Olympic Marseille: Atalanta knocked out Ligue 1 icon Marseille in the semifinals with an astounding 4-1 aggregate score and their star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could not save them after succumbing to Atalanta’s attacking flair.
• Liverpool FC: Atalanta eliminated English powerhouse Liverpool FC with a 3-1 aggregate score defeating their star-studded lineup and exposing Liverpool’s defensive vulnerabilities.
• Sporting CP: Portugal giants Sporting CP are currently first in their league just like Bayer Leverkusen but Atalanta defeated them with a 3-2 aggregate score.

Atalanta Europa League Unbeaten Form

Atalanta goes to Dublin in the Europa League Final with an impressive unbeaten record, remaining undefeated in 11 of their last 12 games in the Europa League.

Their consistency and tactical adaptability against every opponent they face make them an equally if not more tough opponent than Bayer Leverkusen.

Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen Head-To-Head Encounters

Atalanta holds the upper hand in their head-to-head stats having won in all two of their most recent Europa League encounters against Bayer Leverkusen. This shows their ability to dismantle the Bundesliga champions' defense with their attacking flair.

Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen is a High Stakes Battle

The Europa League Final is more than just a trophy; it’s a battle for supremacy between both teams and both coaches understand the stakes, and none underestimate their opponent.

Xabi Alonso made history by breaking the European record for going the most games unbeaten and after winning the Bundesliga he wants to make more history by winning a treble.

Gian Piero Gasperini Atalanta’s head coach will not just move over and let the German side take the cup home. His tactics and willingness to take risks which have paid off in his Europa League campaign will not make it easy for Bayer Leverkusen.

Conclusion

Ultimately, the big question is, will Atalanta’s head-to-head stats continue favoring them and finally end Bayer Leverkusen’s dominance? or will the fans' favorite Bayer Leverkusen’s unbeaten streak continue? Only the final outcome can separate the two teams and decide the Europa League Final winner.

Whatever the outcome the Italian side will take the game to the Bundesliga champions and fans can expect an unforgettable Europa League Final.