021224 post Roma’s Defensive woes

The Serie A match between Roma and Atalanta on December 2, 2024, ended with Atalanta securing a convincing 0-2 victory at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome. This result impacted the +0.5 Asian Handicap bet favoring Roma, as they failed to earn any points from the match.

Key Match Highlights:

1. Goals: Atalanta’s Marten de Roon opened the scoring in the 69th minute, followed by a late goal from Nicolo Zaniolo in the 89th minute to seal the win.
2. Defensive Struggles for Roma: Despite having the home advantage, Roma struggled defensively and failed to capitalize on their opportunities in the attacking third.
3. Standout Performances: Atalanta’s efficient midfield and clinical finishing proved decisive, with Marten de Roon and Zaniolo contributing significantly to their victory​.

Impact on the Handicap Bet:

Since the +0.5 Asian Handicap meant Roma needed at least a draw to win the bet, the 0-2 loss resulted in the bet being unsuccessful. Atalanta’s structured approach and strong second-half display underscored their dominance, leaving Roma without a response.