Atalanta 4-1 Lecce Player Ratings: Charles De Ketelaere 10/10 Rated as Atalanta Secures Dominant 4-1 Victory at Home

Atalanta put on an attacking masterclass against a struggling Lecce side at Gewiss Stadium. The 4-1 scoreline honestly doesn't even tell the full story of their dominance. This Serie A encounter was one-way traffic for most of the ninety minutes. The home side were relentless from the get-go, though it took them a while to find the breakthrough. The floodgates opened in the 37th minute. A powerful header from Giorgio Scalvini set the tone. From that point on, it felt inevitable.

The second half was a showcase for one man in particular. Charles De Ketelaere was simply unstoppable today. He was unplayable, a creative force that Lecce had no answer for. Scoring two goals and running the show, he was the clear difference-maker in this match. While Lecce managed a late consolation goal, it did little to dampen the spirits of the home fans, who witnessed their team at its scintillating best. Here are the Atalanta vs Lecce player ratings.

Atalanta Player Ratings vs Lecce

Here are the Atalanta player ratings.

Goalkeeper

Marco Carnesecchi - 6.5: We noticed he had a relatively quiet afternoon. He conceded one goal but couldn't have done much about it. Made a couple of decent saves when called upon, especially one inside the box. His distribution was okay, nothing spectacular.

Defenders

Odilon Kossounou - 7.0: A really solid and composed performance. What stood out to us was his 92% pass accuracy; he was so calm on the ball. He won most of his duels and made key interceptions. He looked in control throughout the entire match. A very dependable showing from the defender.

Isak Hien - 6.5: A mixed bag, from our perspective. He dominated in the air, winning six aerial duels. He also made a staggering nine clearances. However, he was also credited with an error that led to a shot, which is a major mark against him. He seemed a little bit nervy at times despite his physical presence.

Giorgio Scalvini - 8.0: What a game from the young defender. He broke the deadlock with a fantastic header. That goal completely changed the dynamic of the match. Beyond his goal, he was defensively sound, making crucial clearances and interceptions. A commanding and mature performance that belied his years.

Midfielders

Mario Pasalić - 6.0: An average performance before he was subbed off. He got into a great position but missed a big chance, which was disappointing to see. He kept possession ticking over but never really imposed himself on the game. Not a bad display, but not his most influential either.

Marten de Roon - 7.0: The captain led by example in the middle of the park. He was combative, winning all his tackles and most of his duels. He provided a solid screen for the defense. His work rate was immense as always. He was a steadying influence before being withdrawn for a rest.

Raoul Bellanova - 7.5: A constant threat down the flank. He created three key passes, always looking to deliver a dangerous ball into the box. His energy was infectious, and he caused problems for the Lecce defense all game. We were impressed by his attacking intent and delivery.

Nicola Zalewski - 8.5: He was simply outstanding today. He scored a brilliant goal from outside the box and also provided an assist. He even hit the woodwork. He seemed to be everywhere in the attacking third, a whirlwind of energy and skill. A fantastic all-around performance that tormented Lecce.

Forwards

Kamaldeen Sulemana - 6.0: We were a bit disappointed with his contribution. He was on the periphery of the game for long periods. He struggled to get involved and lost possession a few too many times. He was subbed off with 15 minutes to go after a quiet outing.

Charles De Ketelaere - 10: A perfect performance. This was the highest-rated player on the pitch by a mile. He scored two clinical goals and was the creative hub for his team, creating six chances. His movement, vision, and execution were on a different level. Lecce had absolutely no answer for him. Simply unplayable.

Nikola Krstović - 7.5: A frustrating but ultimately productive day. Grabbing two assists is a fantastic return. However, what stood out to us was his wastefulness in front of the goal. He had eight shots and missed a big chance. On another day, he could have had a hat-trick, but his creative contribution was still vital.

Manager

I. Juric - 8.5: His tactical setup was spot on. He sent his team out to attack from the first whistle and they delivered in style. The football was expansive and exciting to watch. His team completely controlled the game and deserved the big win. A great day at the office for the gaffer.

Lecce Player Ratings vs Atalanta

Here are the Lecce player ratings.

Goalkeeper

Wladimiro Falcone - 5.5: A very tough afternoon for the Lecce captain. He conceded four goals, and while he made four saves, he looked exposed. His distribution was poor, losing possession over 20 times. He was left with little chance by his defense but didn't inspire confidence.

Defenders

Kialonda Gaspar - 5.5: He was busy, making six clearances. He also won all his ground duels, which is impressive. However, he was part of a defensive unit that was carved open repeatedly. He battled hard but was ultimately overwhelmed by the sheer volume of Atalanta's attacks.

Jamil Siebert - 4.5: A disastrous performance. From our perspective, his error leading to a goal was the turning point that killed any hope for his team. He looked panicked and out of his depth against Atalanta's fluid attack.

Christ-Owen Kouassi - 6.0: He put in a decent shift defensively, winning most of his duels and making some good tackles. He tried his best to stem the tide. Despite his personal efforts, the defense as a whole was a shambles while he was on the pitch.

Antonino Gallo - 5.0: A day to forget for the fullback. He was dribbled past three times and lost possession an alarming 17 times. He offered very little going forward and was a weak link defensively. He really struggled to cope with Atalanta's wide players.

Midfielders

Álex Sala - 5.5: He was largely anonymous in the midfield battle. He made a few interceptions but couldn't get a grip on the game. He was bypassed far too easily by the Atalanta midfielders. Substituted after an hour, having made little impact.

Ylber Ramadani - 6.0: He worked hard and his passing was neat and tidy. However, he had no real influence on the proceedings. The midfield battle was completely lost, and he spent most of the game chasing shadows.

Lassana Coulibaly - 6.0: He showed some flashes of quality, creating two chances. But he was also very careless in possession, losing the ball 14 times. He tried to drive his team forward but was fighting a losing battle against a superior midfield unit.

Forwards

Tete Morente - 6.5: One of Lecce's brighter sparks, which isn't saying much. He worked tirelessly, recovering the ball eight times. He had a couple of shots but lacked the quality to truly threaten the goal. At least he showed some fight and desire.

Nikola Stulic - 5.0: A very ineffective display from the forward. He was isolated for large parts of the game. He failed to register a single shot on target. It was a thankless task for him, but he offered next to nothing before being subbed.

Riccardo Sottil - 5.0: Another forward who had a ghost-like presence. He barely touched the ball and offered no threat whatsoever. He was rightly hooked before the hour mark.

Manager

E. Di Francesco - 5.0: His team was tactically outclassed from start to finish. The defensive structure was nonexistent, and they were picked apart with ease. His substitutions had little effect on the outcome, although one of them did grab a consolation goal.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match is Charles De Ketelaere