Atalanta knock Dortmund out with the final kick of the game
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In a thrilling UEFA Champions League playoff leg at Gewiss Stadium, Atalanta showcased their prowess with a commanding 4-1 win over Borussia Dortmund. The home side outperformed the visitors with a display of efficient attacking football, which was evident from the early minutes of the match.
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The game kicked off with high intensity as Atalanta took the lead in just the 5th minute through Gianluca Scamacca, who found the net with a close-range right-footed shot. The momentum continued, and just before the halftime whistle, Davide Zappacosta doubled the lead with a spectacular long-range effort that flew into the top center of the goal, leaving Dortmund struggling to find their rhythm.
The second half saw Atalanta further extend their lead, with Mario Pasalic heading in a precise cross from Marten de Roon in the 57th minute, making it 3-0. Although Borussia Dortmund managed to pull one back through Karim Adeyemi in the 75th minute, it did little to deter Atalanta's confidence. The home team's dominance in the match was unyielding, and despite Dortmund having a higher possession percentage, Atalanta's clinical finishing was the highlight of the day.
Overall, Atalanta's victory was well-deserved, reflecting their strategic superiority and effective execution on the field. This win not only secures their advancement in the tournament but also sends a strong message to their upcoming opponents in the UEFA Champions League.
Incidents: The story of the match
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The match begins
Atalanta takes the lead with a score of 1-0 against Borussia Dortmund. Gianluca Scamacca scores with a right-footed shot from close range.
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GOAL Atalanta: Gianluca Scamacca (Atalanta) scores!
Gianluca Scamacca scores goal number 3 in the competition (8 matches)
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Missed opportunity. Serhou Guirassy of Borussia Dortmund attempted a header from the right side of the six-yard area.
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Missed opportunity. Nicola Zalewski from Atalanta attempted a right-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area after a quick counterattack.
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Missed opportunity! Nicola Zalewski from Atalanta took a right-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, but it narrowly missed the top right corner. The chance was set up by Isak Hien during a quick counterattack.
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Opportunity wasted! Gianluca Scamacca of Atalanta attempted a header from the center of the box, but it sailed over the bar and to the left. The cross was delivered by Lazar Samardzic following a corner kick.
Atalanta leads 2-0 against Borussia Dortmund. Davide Zappacosta has scored with a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, sending the ball into the top center of the net.
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GOAL Atalanta: Davide Zappacosta (Atalanta) scores!
Davide Zappacosta scores goal number 1 in the competition (9 matches)
Atalanta leads 3-0 against Borussia Dortmund. Mario Pasalic scores with a header from close range into the bottom right corner, thanks to a cross from Marten de Roon.
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GOAL Atalanta: Mario Pasalic (Atalanta) scores!
Mario Pasalic scores goal number 2 in the competition (7 matches)
Atalanta 3, Borussia Dortmund 1. Karim Adeyemi scores for Borussia Dortmund, firing a left-footed shot from the center of the box into the top left corner of the net. The assist came from Carney Chukwuemeka following a corner kick.
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GOAL Borussia Dortmund: Karim Adeyemi (Borussia Dortmund) scores!
Karim Adeyemi scores goal number 3 in the competition (9 matches)
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Missed opportunity. Nikola Krstovic from Atalanta attempted a right-footed shot from a challenging angle on the right side, but it sailed high and to the right of the goal. The assist came from Davide Zappacosta after a quick counterattack.
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Red Card for Ramy Bensebaini (Borussia Dortmund)
Ramy Bensebaini has now picked up 0 red in the competition (9 matches)
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Red Card for Nico Schlotterbeck (Borussia Dortmund)
Nico Schlotterbeck has now picked up 0 red in the competition (8 matches)
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GOALAtalanta: Lazar Samardzic (Atalanta) scores penalty-kick!
Lazar Samardzic scores goal number 3 in the competition (8 matches)
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The referee whistles for the end of the match