Serie A: Atalanta Secures First Win of the Season with 4-1 Victory Over Lecce

Atalanta crushes Lecce 4-1 with De Ketelaere's masterclass

Atalanta secures their first win of the season with a dominant 4-1 victory over Lecce, thanks to Charles De Ketelaere's impressive double.

Lecce's task became much tougher after conceding a second goal just seven minutes into the second half...

Atalanta secured their first win of the season with a dominant 4-1 victory over Lecce at the Gewiss Stadium. Charles De Ketelaere inspired the team with a Man of the Match performance, scoring two goals in the second half. The win propelled Atalanta to fifth place in the Serie A standings with five points, while Lecce remains in 19th place with one point.

Lecce started strong, with Riccardo Sottil's low shot narrowly missing Marco Carnesecchi's bottom corner and Tete Morente forcing the Atalanta goalkeeper into action with the game's first shot on target. However, Atalanta took the lead just before halftime when Giorgio Scalvini headed in Nicola Zalewski's corner kick. After the break, De Ketelaere scored twice, and Zalewski added another goal, securing a convincing win for Atalanta.

The visitors' inability to capitalize on promising moments ultimately came back to haunt them. They fell behind in the final 10 minutes of the first half when defender Giorgio Scalvini powered a header home from Nicola Zalewski's inviting corner. This goal marked Scalvini's first since June 2024, showcasing his skill and determination after overcoming recent injury struggles.

Giorgio Scalvini has faced several injury setbacks, including a significant anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture in June 2024 that ruled him out of Euro 2024. He made a remarkable recovery, returning to top-flight action in less than six months. However, Scalvini suffered another setback with a shoulder injury in January 2025, which kept him sidelined for several months. Despite these challenges, Scalvini has shown resilience and determination.

Lecce's task became much tougher after conceding a second goal just seven minutes into the second half. Charles De Ketelaere collected a layoff from Nikola Krstovic and neatly placed a clinical strike out of goalkeeper Falcone's reach. This goal gave Atalanta a significant advantage, and their confidence grew as they continued to press forward.

Atalanta overpower Lecce for their first win of the season! ⚫🔵#AtalantaLecce pic.twitter.com/r475vMWvsN

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) September 14, 2025

Atalanta's momentum continued to build as Nicola Zalewski's curled free-kick hit the crossbar, agonizingly close to adding a third goal. Although Falcone made a quick reaction to save Mario Pasalic's rebound, Atalanta's dominance was clear. The hosts' confidence and energy on the field made it increasingly difficult for Lecce to mount a comeback.

Krstovic had a golden opportunity to score against his former team but dragged his close-range effort wide, despite having the goal seemingly at his mercy. However, his miss was quickly forgotten as Atalanta scored two goals in four minutes, taking control of the match.

Atalanta's momentum continued with two goals in quick succession. Zalewski scored with a clever reverse shot that caught the goalkeeper off guard, and De Ketelaere added to the tally with a well-taken goal, racing past the Lecce defense to seal the win. Despite the convincing victory, Lecce's Michael N'dri provided a moment of brilliance with a sublime individual goal, giving the traveling fans a glimmer of hope amidst an otherwise dominant Atalanta performance.

Although Atalanta had a late goal disallowed for offside, the result was already a foregone conclusion. The final score of 4-1 marked a comprehensive victory for Atalanta, boosting their points tally to five. Meanwhile, Lecce remained stuck on one point, struggling to find their footing in the league.

With two goals, Charles de Ketelaere is the Panini Player of the Match 🏆#AtalantaLecce pic.twitter.com/3sSmQ0anuK

— Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) September 14, 2025

 

Key Performers

• Charles De Ketelaere: Scored two goals and provided assists, showcasing his skill and precision on the field.

• Giorgio Scalvini: Opened the scoring with a header and demonstrated solid defensive skills.

• Nicola Zalewski: Contributed a goal and an assist, playing a crucial role in Atalanta's victory.