UCL: Atalanta Comeback Stuns Chelsea 2-1 in Champions League

Atalanta beats Chelsea 2-1, moves up in Champions League

Gianluca Scamacca and Charles De Ketelaere score as Atalanta beat Chelsea in Champions League.

Alejandro Garnacho's effort was the closest Chelsea came to retaking the lead...

Atalanta came from behind to stun Chelsea 2-1 in the Champions League, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring a late winner. The Blues had taken the lead through Joao Pedro's first-half goal, but Atalanta fought back with Gianluca Scamacca's equalizer and De Ketelaere's 83rd-minute strike.

Atalanta had a bright start, with Ademola Lookman forcing Robert Sanchez into a save early on. Despite their strong start, Chelsea took the lead through Joao Pedro's clever finish. However, Atalanta dominated the second half, with Scamacca heading in the equalizer and De Ketelaere scoring the winner.

Chelsea were left regretting their missed chances, as Reece James' low cross was turned in by Joao Pedro after 25 minutes. The goal was initially flagged offside, but a VAR check confirmed both players were onside.

The goal shifted the momentum, with Chelsea controlling the tempo until halftime. Atalanta struggled to create another chance, but they came out stronger in the second half, continuing their trend of scoring in the second half. Lookman had a goal ruled offside eight minutes into the second half, showcasing Atalanta's attacking intent.

Atalanta's Gianluca Scamacca headed home an equalizer two minutes after Lookman's offside goal, denying Chelsea a clean sheet. Charles De Ketelaere's delightful cross set up the goal, and it was a cruel blow for Chelsea, who had just missed a chance to go 2-0 up through Reece James, whose low drive had gone just past the post.

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The equalizer shifted the momentum in Atalanta's favor, and they continued to push for the win. Chelsea were struggling to regain control, and their defense was eventually breached in the 83rd minute, when De Ketelaere scored the winner.

Gianluca Scamacca had a great chance to turn the game around, but Robert Sánchez made a fantastic save to keep Chelsea in it. Alejandro Garnacho's effort was the closest Chelsea came to retaking the lead, but it was Atalanta who would score the decisive goal.

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Charles De Ketelaere scored the winner, driving into the penalty area and striking the ball past Marc Cucurella and Robert Sánchez. The goal was a deflected effort, but it sealed a crucial 2-1 win for Atalanta. Marco Carnesecchi made some great saves to keep the win secure, denying Chelsea late chances.