Atalanta Triumphs in Europa League, Ending Italy's 25-Year Drought
Gasperini's tactical revolution and Percassi's leadership bring historic victory to Bergamo
- Atalanta defeated Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 in the Europa League final, securing their second major trophy.
- This is the first time an Italian club has won the Europa League since Parma in 1999.
- Manager Gian Piero Gasperini transformed the team with young talent and innovative tactics.
- President Antonio Percassi's strategic investments, including stadium renovations, were pivotal.
- The victory is especially meaningful for Bergamo, a city deeply impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.