Atalanta VS Borussia Dortmund Prediction 26th Feb. 2026

Atalanta VS Borussia Dortmund    Livescore / H2H stats and Live Streaming
Time:26-02-2026 01:45 Thursday

【Strength Comparison】
This UEFA Champions League clash features 7th-placed Atalanta hosting 2nd-placed Borussia Dortmund.
Atalanta have been decent in Serie A this season, with 12 wins, 9 draws, and 5 losses in 26 matches. Their home form at the Gewiss Stadium has been relatively strong, with 8 wins, 4 draws, and just 2 losses.
Borussia Dortmund, on the other hand, have been impressive in the Bundesliga, with 15 wins, 7 draws, and 1 loss in 23 matches. Their away record of 6 wins, 5 draws, and 1 loss indicates they have found success both at home and on the road.
Based on the current standings and recent performances, this match slightly favors the visiting Borussia Dortmund side. They have shown themselves to be the more organized, talented, and in-form team compared to the inconsistent Atalanta.

【Head-to-Head】
The head-to-head record between Atalanta and Borussia Dortmund shows that the teams have met 4 times in the past, with Borussia Dortmund holding a slight advantage, winning 2 matches and drawing 2.
The historical data suggests that these two teams have been evenly matched in their previous UEFA Champions League/Europa League encounters, and the upcoming clash is likely to be a closely contested affair. Both sides will be eager to gain the upper hand and secure a crucial result.

【Key Factors】
The key factors that could determine the outcome are Atalanta's ability to control possession and create clear-cut chances, and Borussia Dortmund's defensive organization and counter-attacking threat.
Atalanta have scored 36 goals in 26 Serie A matches, showcasing their offensive prowess. Their ability to break down the Borussia Dortmund defense at the Partly cloudy Gewiss Stadium could be a crucial factor.
Borussia Dortmund, on the other hand, have conceded 22 goals in 23 matches, demonstrating their defensive resilience at times. Their ability to frustrate Atalanta and capitalize on set-pieces or counter-attacks may prove to be the difference-maker.

【Expert Prediction】 🟢1-2🔵 (Medium Confidence)
Based on the available information, I predict a 2-1 victory for Borussia Dortmund over Atalanta.
While Atalanta have the potential to edge this contest, Borussia Dortmund's away advantage and desperation for a result may allow them to secure a positive outcome. The teams' evenly matched nature and the competitive nature of the UEFA Champions League clash make this a difficult fixture to call with high confidence.
A 2-1 scoreline would be a fair reflection of the relative strengths of the two teams and their ability to cancel each other out. Neither side may be able to gain a decisive upper hand, leading to a hard-fought battle.