In a pre-season friendly, Charles De Ketelaere scored the decisive goal for Atalanta, leading to a 2-1 victory over Monza. Atalanta fielded a strong squad but was without striker Ademola Lookman, who has missed training amidst a potential transfer to Inter, involving a rejected bid. Monza's Samuele Birindelli scored first, but Giorgio Scalvini equalized for Atalanta before De Ketelaere's late goal sealed the win. Atalanta prepares for their final pre-season match against Cologne ahead of their Serie A opening on August 24.
Charles De Ketelaere scored a late winner in Atalanta's 2-1 victory over Monza, combining well with El Bilal Toure before finishing at the near post.
Atalanta's striker Ademola Lookman was absent from the match due to training issues, with a reported link to Inter and a rejected €45m bid.
Samuele Birindelli opened the scoring for Monza in the 14th minute, but Giorgio Scalvini equalized for Atalanta with a header that hit the crossbar.
With Lookman's uncertain future and Mateo Retegui's departure, De Ketelaere's performance could be crucial as Atalanta readies for the 2025-26 Serie A season.
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