Atalanta’s key man lasts only 17 minutes before leaving the pitch injured
An unfortunate setback.
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Miguel Solomons
Dailysports's expert
In the sixth round of the UEFA Champions League, Atalanta are hosting Chelsea, and the home side lost one of their leaders almost immediately after kickoff.
Details: In the opening minutes, winger Raoul Bellanova made a run down the flank but then collapsed onto the turf, clutching his leg. After a brief medical assessment, the decision was made to substitute him. Davide Zappacosta entered the match in the 17th minute.
Reminder: In another Champions League match, Alphonso Davies made his return to the pitch. The Canadian international had been out for 262 days due to an injury sustained back in March 2025. At long last, he is back in action.