Roma 1-1 Atalanta Player Ratings: Carnesecchi's Heroics Earn Atalanta a Point in A Stalemate As Gasperini Fails To Get Past His Former Team

A pulsating Serie A encounter at the Stadio Olimpico saw Roma and Atalanta battle to a hard-fought 1-1 draw. The match was a classic tale of two halves, as Atalanta stunned the home crowd with an early goal when Nikola Krstovic's brilliant strike in the 12th minute from distance put the visitors ahead.

Roma showed immense character to fight back and they did claw their way back into the match, with Mario Hermoso nodding home an equalizer just before the halftime whistle. The second half was all AS Roma, but they came up against an inspired goalkeeper, Marco Carnesecchi.

The Atalanta keeper was simply unbeatable, as he produced a string of world-class saves to deny the home side a winner. Roma even rattled the woodwork, but it wasn't meant to be. Ultimately, both teams had to settle for a point in a game that could have gone either way.

Here are the Roma vs Atalanta Player Ratings.

Key Takeaways

• Roma had better possession and even a better xG than Atalanta, but failed to make the most of their chances.
• Mario Carnesecchi made a total of 8 saves in the match.
• Berat Djimsiti won the most duels in this game (7).

Roma Player Ratings vs Atalanta

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Goalkeeper

Mile Svilar - 6.0: Had very little to do for most of the match. He couldn't be faulted for Krstovic's opener which was a superb strike. Made one key save in the second half to keep things level. Otherwise, it was a quiet evening for the shot-stopper. His distribution was a bit shaky at times, losing possession more than he'd like.

Defenders

Evan Ndicka - 7.0: A solid and composed performance at the back. He was dominant in the air, winning most of his aerial duels. His passing was incredibly accurate, helping build from the back. Made some crucial interceptions and clearances. What stood out to us was his reading of the game, snuffing out danger before it developed.

Mario Hermoso - 8.5: Roma's best outfield player by a mile. He popped up with the crucial equalizer, a well-taken goal just before the break. He was a constant threat from set-pieces and was desperately unlucky not to win it when his header crashed against the bar. Defensively sound and always looked to drive his team forward. A truly commanding display.

Gianluca Mancini - 6.5: A typically combative performance from the defender. He won all of his duels and drew several fouls for his team. However, his influence waned and he was caught offside once. Substituted after an hour, having put in a decent shift. He did his job without any real fireworks.

Midfielders

Devyne Rensch - 7.5: Provided the clever headed assist for Hermoso's goal. He was a creative spark for Roma, creating three chances for his teammates. Looked dangerous whenever he got on the ball in the final third. His dribbling and crossing were a constant problem for the Atalanta defence before an injury forced him off.

Bryan Cristante - 6.5: The captain put in a shift in the middle of the park. He recovered the ball well and was a strong presence, especially in the air. However, he wasn't as influential on the ball as usual. He kept things tidy but we expected a little more creativity from him. A solid, if unspectacular, outing.

Neil El Aynaoui - 6.0: A tidy performance in midfield. His passing was crisp and accurate, and he created a couple of decent chances. However, an error led to a shot for the opposition which blotted his copybook. He was substituted after 60 minutes after a mixed display.

Zeki Çelik - 7.0: A very busy and effective performance on the right. He was involved in everything, contributing both defensively with key tackles and offensively with four key passes. He should have done better with a big chance he had. A dynamic display full of energy and running.

Forwards

Donyell Malen - 5.5: A deeply frustrating night for the forward. He got into great positions and had three shots on target. But his finishing let him down badly. From our perspective, he looked short on confidence, and his two missed big chances cost his team dearly. He just couldn't provide the clinical edge needed.

Matías Soulé - 8.0: A livewire. He was Roma's most dangerous attacker, constantly looking to create. He ended the match with four key passes and a big chance created. His dribbling and vision were a joy to watch. It was a surprise to see him substituted, as he looked the most likely to unlock the Atalanta defence.

Stephan El Shaarawy - 6.5: Worked hard and showed some nice touches. He linked up play well and created a big chance for Malen. However, he struggled to make a decisive impact in front of goal himself. A decent effort but he was taken off after an hour.

Substitutes

Lorenzo Venturino - 6.5: Came on and looked bright, providing an excellent cross for a Hermoso chance.

Niccolò Pisilli - 6.0: Brought energy but also picked up a booking for a clumsy foul.

Daniele Ghilardi - 6.0: Slotted in well at the back for the final 30 minutes.

Robinio Vaz - N/A: Not on long enough to make a significant impact.

Kostas Tsimikas - N/A: Came on late for the injured Rensch.

Manager

G. Gasperini - 7.0: His team responded well after going down early. They dominated the second half but couldn't find a way past an inspired goalkeeper. His substitutions were logical, though taking off Soulé was a questionable call from our point of view. A draw was probably not the result he wanted given the balance of play.

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Goalkeeper

Marco Carnesecchi - 9.0: An absolutely heroic, man-of-the-match performance. He was the sole reason Atalanta left with a point. Made a staggering eight saves, several of which were truly world-class stops. Commanded his area with authority and was a formidable barrier that Roma simply could not breach. An outstanding display of goalkeeping.

Defenders

Berat Djimsiti - 7.0: A warrior at the back for Atalanta. He was strong in the tackle, winning nearly all of his duels. Made three crucial interceptions and was a rock for his side. His positioning was excellent, and he marshalled the backline well under immense pressure. A very solid performance.

Sead Kolasinac - 6.0: Had a quiet first half before being substituted at the break. He was solid enough, with a perfect pass completion rate. He didn't do anything wrong but didn't have a major impact on the game. A steady, if brief, appearance.

Giorgio Scalvini - 6.0: Another defender hooked at halftime. He won most of his duels and made a few important clearances. However, his passing was a bit wayward at times. It seemed like a tactical change rather than a reflection of a poor performance.

Midfielders

Éderson - 6.5: A battling performance in midfield. He was energetic and disruptive, winning a high number of duels. However, his discipline let him down as he picked up a yellow card. He had a couple of shots but couldn't find the target. A mixed bag of a performance.

Marten de Roon - 7.5: The captain led by example. He provided the assist for the opening goal and was a creative force with two key passes. Defensively, he was immense, making tackles and clearances all over the pitch. A real leader's performance, combining defensive grit with offensive contribution.

Raoul Bellanova - 6.0: Had a difficult time on the wing. He worked hard but struggled to get into the game offensively. Was replaced early in the second half after a quiet display. Not his most effective outing.

Davide Zappacosta - 6.5: A solid if unspectacular game. He was defensively sound and worked tirelessly up and down the flank. He kept possession well but offered little in the final third. A reliable but quiet performance from the wing-back.

Forwards

Charles De Ketelaere - 5.5: A very anonymous 45 minutes for the Belgian. He struggled to get involved in the play, touching the ball only 18 times. He was substituted at halftime after failing to make any impression on the game. A performance he will want to forget quickly.

Giacomo Raspadori - 6.0: Worked hard but was often isolated up front. He showed some good touches and tried to link play but was let down by a lack of support. He was caught offside and struggled to create clear-cut chances. A tireless but frustrating evening for him.

Nikola Krstović - 7.5: Scored an absolute screamer to give his team the lead. It was a moment of pure quality from outside the box. He worked hard leading the line and was a physical presence. However, he was caught offside a couple of times and missed a decent headed chance. His goal elevates his rating significantly.

Substitutes

Honest Ahanor - 6.5: Came on at halftime and was solid, though he did commit a foul that gave away a free-kick.

Odilon Kossounou - 6.5: Replaced Scalvini and helped shore up the defence in the second half.

Nicola Zalewski - 7.0: Looked very lively after coming on, had a couple of decent efforts from distance.

Lorenzo Bernasconi - 6.0: Provided a good cross for a Krstovic chance but was also responsible for conceding a corner.

Mario Pasalic - N/A: Little time to influence the game.

Manager

R. Palladino - 7.5: His team started brightly and got their goal. His halftime changes seemed to be aimed at holding onto the lead. His side defended for their lives in the second half and he has his goalkeeper to thank for the point. A pragmatic approach that ultimately paid off with a valuable away point.

Man of the Match

Marco Carnesecchi was the man of the match in this Serie A game.

Worst Performer

Donyell Malen was the worst of the lot from Roma vs Atalanta.