In a thrilling Serie A showdown yesterday, Atalanta sprang to life in Bergamo with a stirring **2-1 comeback win over SSC Napoli that has sent shockwaves through the Italian title race and the race for Europe’s elite competition.
Napoli appeared in control early, taking the lead in the 18th minute when Sam Beukema headed home from a free kick. The visitors looked dangerous and even had a second goal ruled out for offside, while a first-half spot-kick was overturned after a VAR review — decisions that left supporters and pundits buzzing post-match.
But Atalanta, backed by a raucous home crowd at the New Balance Arena, turned the tide after the break. Midfield maestro Mario Pašalić drew them level with a powerful header on 61 minutes, setting the stage for late drama. With just minutes remaining, Lazar Samardzic rose highest to nod in the winner, sealing a memorable turnaround and extending Atalanta’s unbeaten league run.
The result has major implications: Atalanta leapfrogs rivals in the table and keeps its Champions League hopes very much alive, while Napoli is left to regroup after a rare setback.
