Atalanta coach Raffaele Palladino lauded his team’s performance following their narrow 1-0 victory over Hellas Verona, a crucial result that keeps their European qualification aspirations firmly on track. Palladino expressed immense pride in his squad and a clear understanding of the significant challenge ahead for securing a coveted spot in continental competitions.
The decisive goal came in the 37th minute from Davide Zappacosta. Reflecting on his tenure, Palladino recalled taking over a side that was struggling in 13th place after Gian Piero Gasperini’s long spell. “We were 13th, and we managed this comeback,” he stated, crediting the team for their unwavering dedication and effort.
Under Palladino’s guidance, Atalanta has experienced a remarkable resurgence. He highlighted their impressive form, noting, “We made a great climb after dropping a lot of points at the start… We haven’t lost at home since the match against Inter.” This consistent performance has propelled them into strong contention for a European berth.
With the race for European spots intensifying, Palladino outlined the ambitious path ahead: “We want to get to Europe. We have eight finals, which will determine our league position.” He also underscored the team’s commitment to the Coppa Italia, aiming “to go all the way.” He rallied his squad, concluding, “We have to push hard. I’ll ask a lot of the players, and if we arrive with the right mentality, we can make history.”
