Atalanta beat Bologna 1-0 in Serie A, securing the result through defensive resilience rather than territorial control. Lazar Samardzic scored the only goal as Atalanta’s 4-3-3 made the most of limited attacking output: the home side recorded six shots, only two on target and 0.15 xG. Bologna had more of the ball, with 58% possession, and generated the clearer overall volume in their 4-2-3-1, attempting 16 shots and registering three on target. Their 1.05 xG nevertheless brought no reward, largely because Atalanta’s goalkeeper saved all three efforts on target and posted a 100% save percentage; he also finished 1.13 goals above expected on the goals-saved measure. Bologna’s goalkeeper faced two shots on target, saved one and recorded a 50% save rate, while conceding from a low-value Atalanta chance. The match was managed by Daniele Doveri, with Atalanta protecting their narrow lead despite spending long periods without possession. Atalanta began their league season with a clean sheet.