A return to winning ways after three straight losses was a relief for Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini and big boost in their race to qualify for next season's Champions League via a top four finish in Serie A.

Gian Piero Gasperini admits Atalanta go into a ‘potentially fundamental clash’ with Bologna, as they go from Scudetto contenders to hanging on for the top four. ‘We are well aware of our

Atalanta eased to a comfortable 2-0 win over Bologna on Sunday, a result that coach Gian Piero Gasperini believes is "worth double" in the race for a top-four finish.