Conference League: Atalanta held by Kairat Almaty
Atalanta drew 1-1 against Kairat Almaty on Thursday in the Conference League, according to several Italian and Portuguese media outlets.
Atalanta were held to a draw by Kairat Almaty (1-1) on Thursday in the Conference League, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport, ANSA and TuttoMercatoWeb. Maurizio Sarri's side had to wait until the end of the match to equalise through a Krstovic goal, after falling behind on the scoreboard.
A one-sided match
According to Placar, the Italian team dominated the match with 70% possession, but failed to convert their chances before the late goal. The Brazilian daily highlights that Atalanta remained behind on the scoreboard until Krstovic's equaliser.
Atalanta's line-up
TuttoMercatoWeb published Atalanta's line-up: Carnesecchi in goal, with a back four made up of Idele, Scalvini, Obric and Bernasconi, replaced by Zappacosta in the 74th minute. In midfield, Elmas and Pasalic were paired, while Sulemana, Samardzic and Rowe played further forward, before making way for Ederson, De Ketelaere and Zalewski. Scamacca made way for Krstovic in the 67th minute.
A missed opportunity
TuttoMercatoWeb believes this draw is frustrating for Maurizio Sarri's side, who remain in the playoff zone but missed a golden chance to climb the Conference League table. The Italian website also highlights the performance of Mjällby, who pulled off a fine result in the same group.
A Portuguese evening
Meanwhile, zerozero highlights the Portuguese presence on this Conference League matchday, notably Luís Mata and Mendonça on Kairat's side, and the revenge of Red Star Belgrade, led by Händel.
