Atalanta Crushes Sturm Graz 5-0 in UEFA Champions League Showdown
In a dazzling display of football mastery, Atalanta triumphed over Sturm Graz with a commanding 5-0 victory in their UEFA Champions League encounter. The match, held at the Gewiss Stadium on January 21, 2025, showcased Atalanta's sheer dominance and unrelenting attacking prowess.
The action kicked off with an early breakthrough as Mateo Retegui scored in the 12th minute, thanks to a well-timed assist from Davide Zappacosta. Atalanta's control of the game was evident as they pressed high, maintaining possession and keeping Sturm Graz under constant pressure. Despite their efforts, Sturm Graz struggled to find rhythm, ending the first half trailing 1-0.
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The second half saw Atalanta shift into high gear. Mario Pašalić doubled the lead in the 58th minute with an assist from Juan Cuadrado. Just five minutes later, Charles De Ketelaere extended the advantage with a goal set up by Isak Hien. The relentless Atalanta attack overwhelmed Sturm Graz, who found no answers defensively.
Substitutes Ademola Lookman and Marco Brescianini added the finishing touches in the dying moments of the game. Lookman netted a brilliant goal in the 90th minute, while Brescianini sealed the emphatic victory with a stoppage-time strike, both assisted by De Ketelaere and Lookman, respectively.
This match solidified Atalanta's strong position in the Champions League standings, elevating their points tally to 14. Their dynamic playstyle, sharp passing, and clinical finishing proved too much for Sturm Graz, who remain languishing near the bottom of the table with just three points.
Atalanta’s success reflects their well-coordinated teamwork under coach Gian Piero Gasperini. Players like Retegui, Pašalić, and De Ketelaere shone brightly, while their defensive setup ensured Sturm Graz posed no real threat.
For fans and neutrals alike, this was a game to remember—a true testament to Atalanta’s Champions League aspirations and their ability to dominate on the European stage.
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