Atalanta secured an important 2-1 Champions League victory against Club Brugge, with Mario Pasalic scoring the crucial winner in a spirited second-half comeback.
The win highlighted Atalanta’s resilience and squad depth. Coach Ivan Juric praised his team for staying composed after conceding an early goal and was especially happy with the game-changing impact of his substitutes and young players.
⚽ A Game of Two Halves
Coach Ivan Juric acknowledged a solid first half, despite conceding what he called an “avoidable goal.” The team regrouped and came out much stronger after the break. Juric said they stuck to their plan, dominated the second half, and created enough chances to secure a fully deserved win.
💪 Young Players and Substitutes Stepped Up
The victory was powered by the contributions of the whole squad. Juric praised the “amazing” performances from young players like Ahanor and Bernasconi. He also noted that the substitutes, including Zappacosta, provided a “huge boost” and were key to turning the game around.
🤝 Building a Strong Team Spirit
Juric is pleased with the “great spirit” and work ethic his team is building, especially with several players missing. While he wants the team to increase its intensity from the start, he stressed that the win was a huge positive. The performance of the younger players and the effective substitutions showed the team is heading in the right direction.
