The Nerazzurri have hit a poor run of form at a terrible time, as the boys from Bergamo go into this game on the back of a four-game winless run in all competitions, including three defeats and one draw.
A lack of goals has been one of Atalanta’s problems of late, as Gian Piero Gasperini’s team has failed to score in three games in all competitions. They have also conceded at least two goals in three of their last four matches.
The poor run of form has seen Atalanta drop to sixth place in the table, six points adrift of the Champions League berths.
The Nerazzurri’s recent home form in Serie A has been concerning, as they have won just two of their last seven league matches at the Gewiss Stadium.
Like their hosts, Empoli heads into this clash on the back of a poor recent run of league form. A 1-0 defeat at Udinese last time out means that Empoli has failed to win in their previous seven league games, losing four of their last six matches in the Italian top-flight.
Despite their poor recent league form, Empoli are still nine points above the relegation zone in Serie A. they look relatively comfortable but may need to start winning if they want to stay safe from danger this season.
Empoli has been poor on their travels of late in Serie A, as they have won just one of their last nine matches in the Italian top flight.
Their recent away games have been tight and low-scoring affairs, with under 2.5 goals scored in five of their last seven away matches.
What does Forebet predict?
Forebet predicts that Atalanta will get back to winnings ways in a low-scoring encounter.