Atalanta vs Lazio will be decided at the New Balance Arena on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 21:00 CEST, after the first leg in Rome finished 2-2. The winner advances to the Coppa Italia final and keeps a domestic trophy chase alive in a season where both clubs have had their ups and downs.
Atalanta vs Lazio in the Coppa Italia 2025/26 semi-final second leg at the Gewiss Stadium (New Balance Arena) in Bergamo. The aggregate score from the first leg is currently 2-2, meaning both sides are level heading into this decisive return fixture.
Atalanta, with home advantage and superior recent form, are slight favourites to advance to the final, while Lazio will look to capitalise on any defensive lapses from the hosts.
Atalanta vs Lazio – Date, Time, Predictions, and More
- Tournament: Coppa Italia 2025/26 Semi-Final Second Leg.
- Match: Atalanta vs Lazio.
- Date & Time: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 — 21:00 CEST.
- Venue: New Balance Arena, Bergamo.
- First Leg Result: Lazio 2-2 Atalanta.
- At Stake: A place in the Coppa Italia final.
The first leg was pure chaos in the best cup Soccer way: Lazio led twice in Rome, but Atalanta clawed it back each time to leave the tie perfectly balanced.
Lazio’s own match report shows Dele-Bashiru and Dia scored for the hosts, while Pasalic and Musah answered for Atalanta.
Team Preview and Analysis
Atalanta
Atalanta head into the second leg with home advantage and momentum from a strong cup run. They have already beaten Genoa and Juventus on the way to this stage, and the club’s official match build-up confirms they are preparing for the return leg in Bergamo with a full home crowd atmosphere behind them.
Team news is mostly encouraging. Sports Mole reports that Isak Hien and Kamaldeen Sulemana are due back, while Giorgio Scalvini and Sead Kolasinac should be able to shake off the knocks they picked up against Roma. That gives Atalanta a strong chance to line up close to full strength.
Lazio
Lazio arrive in Bergamo still very much in the tie, but the road task is a tough one. Their official club schedule confirms the second leg, while their recent cup and league team sheets show Maurizio Sarri still has a core group of experienced options to work with.
The big fitness story remains Mattia Zaccagni, who had been a concern earlier in the month but is now expected to be involved, while Sports Mole list Adam Marusic, Nicolo Rovella, Ivan Provedel and Alessio Furlanetto among the likely absentees. That means Lazio may still have enough quality to hurt Atalanta in transition, but their margin for error is tiny.
Who will win Atalanta vs Lazio?
This is a proper 50-50 cup tie, but Atalanta have the slight edge because they are at home and have a bit more attacking variety across the front line. Lazio are dangerous, especially if Zaccagni and Isaksen start running at the back line, but Atalanta’s depth and home crowd could swing it in extra time. That is an inference based on the current tie state, venue and team news.
Prediction: Atalanta 2-1 Lazio
Recent Coppa Italia / form guide
- Atalanta: W W D in the Coppa Italia; their overall form entering the tie includes mixed league results but a strong cup path.
- Lazio: W W D in the Coppa Italia; their recent league run has also been solid enough to keep confidence high.
Head-to-Head Record
The two sides have met 60 times across competitions, with Lazio leading 26-17, but recent encounters have been tight (the latest meeting ended 2-2 in the first leg).
All-time H2H (Recent)
| Date | Competition | Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 4, 2026 | Coppa Italia (SF 1st Leg) | Lazio vs Atalanta | 2 – 2 |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Serie A | Lazio vs Atalanta | 0 – 2 |
| Oct 19, 2025 | Serie A | Atalanta vs Lazio | 0 – 0 |
Gewiss Stadium: Atalanta unbeaten in recent home meetings.
Atalanta vs Lazio Probable Starting XI
Atalanta (3-4-2-1): Carnesecchi; Scalvini, Djimsiti, Kolasinac; Bellanova, Ederson, De Roon, Zappacosta; De Ketelaere, Zalewski; Krstovic.
Lazio (4-3-3): Motta; Lazzari, Gila, Romagnoli, Tavares; Basic, Patric, Taylor; Isaksen, Noslin, Zaccagni.
Unavailable & Injuries
| Team | Unavailable Players | Status/Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Atalanta | Kamaldeen Sulemana | Foot Injury (Out until May) |
| Isak Hien | Thigh Injury (Out until May) | |
| Giorgio Scalvini | Hip (Doubtful/Fitness test) | |
| Sead Kolasinac | Muscular (Doubtful/Fitness test) | |
| Lazio | Ivan Provedel | Shoulder Injury (Season-ending) |
| Alessio Furlanetto | Ligament Injury (Season-ending) | |
| Manuel Lazzari | Muscle Injury (Out until May) | |
| Nicolò Rovella | Broken Collarbone (Out until May) | |
| Adam Marusic | Calf Injury (Out for several weeks) |
Key Players to Watch
| Team | Player | Position | Why They Matter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atalanta | Charles De Ketelaere | Forward | Creative link player who can unlock Lazio’s back line. |
| Atalanta | Nikola Krstovic | Forward | Main striker option; Sports Mole say he could lead the line. |
| Atalanta | Davide Zappacosta | Wing-back | Adds width and delivery from the flank. |
| Lazio | Mattia Zaccagni | Winger | Lazio’s most dangerous wide runner if fully fit. |
| Lazio | Gustav Isaksen | Winger | Scored in the first leg and can change the tempo quickly. |
| Lazio | Alessio Romagnoli | Defender | Key organiser in a match where Lazio may spend long spells under pressure. |
Key Historical Stats
- Overall Balance: The rivalry is historically even. In their last 44 meetings since 2004, Lazio has won 18 times, Atalanta 15, and there have been 11 draws.
- Coppa Italia History:
- This is a rematch of the 2019 Coppa Italia Final, which Lazio won 2-0.
- However, Lazio has never won an away match against Atalanta in the Coppa Italia (3 Draws, 3 Losses).
Where to Watch (USA, Canada, Australia, and Europe)
- USA: Paramount+, FuboTV
- Canada: DAZN Canada
- Australia: beIN Sports
- Europe: DAZN (Germany/Italy), Sky Sports (UK highlights), beIN Sports (France/Spain)
When and where is Atalanta vs Lazio?
The second leg is on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 21:00 CEST at the New Balance Arena in Bergamo.
What was the first-leg score?
Lazio and Atalanta drew 2-2 in Rome.
What is at stake?
A place in the Coppa Italia final.
Who are the favourites?
Atalanta are a slight lean because of home advantage and squad depth, but Lazio are dangerous enough to make this tight. That is an inference based on the published preview data and lineups.