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Fiorentina vs Atalanta Match Update

Match Context

The Serie A fixture at Stadio Artemio Franchi in Florence kicked off on 2026-05-22 at 18:45 (UTC) and finished 1-1 after 90 minutes. Fiorentina closed the regular campaign 14th on 42 points (goal difference -9), while Atalanta secured 7th place on 59 points (goal difference +15) and a Conference League qualification spot.

Fiorentina Availability

Fiorentina were without several key options. M. Kean (Calf Injury) is sidelined. F. Parisi (Knee Injury) is sidelined. L. Ranieri (Red Card) is sidelined. Kean’s absence is a major blow: he contributed 8 goals and 1 assist, with 75 shots and 27 on target, underlining his importance as Fiorentina’s leading attacking reference.

Atalanta Availability

Atalanta also had notable absentees in Florence. L. Bernasconi (Knee Injury) is sidelined. O. Kossounou (Thigh Injury) is sidelined. Their creative and scoring core, however, remained intact, with G. Scamacca (10 goals, 1 assist) and C. De Ketelaere (5 assists, 3 goals) both available.

Impact Summary

Fiorentina’s attacking output was significantly reduced by the loss of Kean’s 8 league goals, forcing alternative solutions in the forward line. Atalanta, despite missing depth in defense and midfield, retained their primary goal threat in Scamacca and main creator De Ketelaere, preserving most of their offensive firepower.