Atalanta Poised to Challenge for Serie A Lead Against AC Milan

A victory on Friday could see Atalanta move to the top of Serie A, equal their club record for consecutive wins, and solidify their status as title contenders.

• Atalanta is on an eight-match Serie A winning streak and sits one point behind leaders Napoli after a dominant 3-0 victory over them last month.
• A win against AC Milan on Friday would see Atalanta match their club-record nine consecutive league victories, set in 2020, and temporarily claim the top spot in Serie A.
• The team has transformed under coach Gian Piero Gasperini, with standout performances from players like Mateo Retegui, Serie A’s top scorer with 12 goals, and Ademola Lookman, who shone in their Europa League triumph last season.
• Atalanta’s growth is supported by strategic investments, including a fully renovated stadium, an expanded training center, and a new Under-23 team to develop talent in-house.
• AC Milan, currently seventh in Serie A, has been inconsistent this season but will rely on in-form midfielder Tijjani Reijnders to challenge Atalanta’s strong form.

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