Atalanta Dominates Lecce in Serie A Opener

LECCE, Italy (AP) — Atalanta kicked off their Italian league campaign with an impressive 4-0 victory over Lecce, showcasing the talents of new signings Mateo Retegui and Marco Brescianini, who each netted two goals. Brescianini, who joined from Frosinone just three days prior, opened the scoring in the 35th minute, capitalizing on a rebound from Lecce goalkeeper Wladimiro Falcone. Retegui, recently acquired from Genoa, quickly followed suit, extending Atalanta's lead with a powerful header just before halftime. The second half saw Retegui convert a penalty kick in the 57th minute, further solidifying Atalanta's dominance. Brescianini then sealed the match with his second goal in the 65th minute, exploiting significant gaps in Lecce's defense. This commanding win places Atalanta at the top of the Serie A table on goal difference after the opening matchday. The team’s performance highlights the immediate impact of their new signings, suggesting a promising season ahead. As the first round of matches concludes, attention now turns to Juventus, who are set to face Como later on Monday, potentially reshaping the early standings in the league.