Atalanta defeated Fiorentina 3-2 in Bergamo, with Andrea Belotti scoring two goals to secure the victory as both teams finished their Serie A season.

Fiorentina emerged victorious in a thrilling 3-2 encounter against Atalanta in their postponed Serie A clash, bringing an end to their respective seasons. The hero of the match was undoubtedly Andrea Belotti, who netted two goals for the away side.

This highly-anticipated fixture took place a week after the conclusion of the campaign for all other teams. For Atalanta, it presented an opportunity to leapfrog Juventus and secure a third-place finish. On the other hand, Fiorentina’s position in eighth place was not at stake regardless of the result.

The match had been delayed due to tragic circumstances, as Fiorentina director Joe Barone suffered a fatal heart attack before the original fixture in March. However, the teams finally took to the field to settle the score.

It was Belotti who drew first blood for Fiorentina, finding the back of the net with a perfectly executed glancing header just six minutes into the game. Atalanta quickly responded, with Ademola Lookman leveling the score six minutes later. Yet, their joy was short-lived as Nicolas Gonzalez capitalized on a well-placed cross to restore Fiorentina’s lead with a volleyed strike in the 19th minute.

The match continued to be a rollercoaster ride, as Giorgio Scalvini equalized for Atalanta just after the half-hour mark. However, it was Belotti who had the final say in the first half, seizing on a rebound to finish from close range during injury time.

Atalanta had already enjoyed a remarkable season, securing UEFA Champions League football for the 2024/25 campaign by triumphing over Bayer Leverkusen with a resounding 3-0 victory in the UEFA Europa League. They ultimately finished in fourth place.

In contrast, Fiorentina experienced disappointment as they fell short in the UEFA Europa Conference League final against Olympiacos. Due to Atalanta’s Europa League success and the redistribution of European spots throughout the league, Fiorentina will find themselves competing in the Conference League next season.

Overall, it was a thrilling encounter that showcased the resilience and determination of both teams. Fiorentina’s victory provided a fitting end to a challenging season, while Atalanta can reflect on their achievements with pride as they prepare for another exciting campaign in the Champions League.