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Recovers from injury Scamacca (thigh) has been called up for Thursday's UEFA Conference League match against Kairat Almaty.

Impact Scamacca has completed his recovery from a thigh strain that cost him two matches and should resume getting minutes at Nikola Krstovic's expense either in this one or against Monza on Sunday. He had been supplanted before the injury, as he hadn't started in four consecutive matches. Scamacca has scored once in seven showings, notching six shots (four on target), four chances created and one inaccurate cross.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh issue Scamacca picked up a right flexor injury, Atalanta relayed.

Impact Scamacca will skip the next two or three fixtures, as the problem is reportedly mild, but Atalanta have a dense schedule. Nikola Krstovic will keep leading the line, and Charles De Ketelaere could get some minutes in the role as well if need be.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ends scoring drought Scamacca scored Italy's opening goal in Monday's 3-1 Nations League win over Turkey.

Impact Scamacca opened the scoring in the 26th minute with a volley off the underside of the crossbar. This ended a three-year national team scoring drought for the forward. The 27-year-old started ahead of Francesco Pio Esposito, as the latter then replaced him in the second half. Scamacca will now return to Atalanta, hoping to pick up consistent form and help Italy again during the next international break.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Italy vs Türkiye Highlights ⚽ UEFA Nations League

OCTOBER 5 • FOX SPORTS

Gianluca Scamacca scores on rebound to put Italy ahead vs. Türkiye

OCTOBER 5 • FOX SPORTS

Finds the target versus Cagliari Scamacca scored one goal to go with four shots (two on target) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Cagliari.

Impact Scamacca netted his maiden goal with a robust effort from the middle of the box that was helped by a deflection. He has started consistently, even though Nenad Krstovic has been impactful off the bench. He led his team in shots in this one, setting a new season high. He has fired at least one in three consecutive outings, averaging six (four on target). He has also created four chances in the first four games.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Nets two goals in Cagliari game Scamacca scored two goals to go with four shots (three on target) and two chances created in Monday's 3-2 defeat to Cagliari.

Impact Scamacca returned to the starting lineup after a month following an injury and delivered, bagging a great curled shot and a more routine finish from inside the box. He has posted at least one shot in eight consecutive displays, totaling 22 attempts (nine on target), scoring five goals and adding seven chances created and five tackles (four won) over that span. He'll likely continue to split minutes with Nikola Krstovic.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots against Juventus Scamacca (thigh) drew two fouls, committed one and had two shots (zero on target) in 18 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Juventus.

Impact Scamacca returned from a two-game absence and tried to help his side in a late siege, extending his streak of displays with at least one shot to eight. He has hit the net three times and notched five chances created and four tackles (three won) over that span. He'll resume competing with Nikola Krstovic up front.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Saturday Scamacca (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Juventus.

Impact Scamacca is back in the squad for Saturday's clash against AC Milan but starts on the bench as he manages a thigh injury that sidelined him for the last two matches. The forward was a starter prior to the injury and could see limited minutes depending on the match scenario, having notched 11 goals and one assist across all competitions this season.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Juventus bout Scamacca (thigh) has logged a pair of full training sessions and will be back with the squad Saturday, barring a late hiccup, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Scamacca has decent chances of being available after skipping two matches due to a thigh problem. Nikola Krstovic remains the frontrunner to lead the line since his competitor is far from 100 percent. Scamacca has fired at least one shot in his last seven showings, totaling 16 attempts, scoring three goals and creating five chances over that span.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Scamacca sustained a myofascial right adductor lesion, Mediaset reported.

Impact Scamacca won't be available against Verona on Sunday and might skip one or two matches after the upcoming international break, as the problem is substantial. Nikola Krstovic will take over the position. Charles De Ketelarere and Kamaldeen Sulemana can also fill in if needed.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 20 • Associated Press

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MARCH 7 • Associated Press

Rescues point with brace Scamacca scored two goals to go with six shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Udinese.

Impact The forward scored twice in a span of five minutes to give Atalanta a point in this Serie A contest. He's going to have a much tougher time finding the net against Bayern Munich, a team which only conceded eight goals in eight UCL group games and has only 24 goals allowed in 25 Bundesliga matches.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener Scamacca scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 4-1 win versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Scamacca would earn the first goal of the match Wednesday and waste no time getting the goal, coming in the fifth minute. He would add one more shot after the fact, although it was not on target. He now has three goals in eight UCL appearances this season, still without an assist.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Atalanta coach celebrates 'unforgettable night' after late drama seals Champions League comeback

Two red cards, a VAR overturn and a decisive converted penalty with the last kick of the game

FEBRUARY 25 • Associated Press

Unused sub against Lazio Scamacca (hip) didn't play in Saturday's 2-0 win over Lazio.

Impact Scamacca was cleared after dealing with a bruise, but the coach made defensive-minded subs to protect the lead in this one. He and Nenad Krstovic divvy up the minutes at the position against Borussia Dortmund and Napoli and for a few more tilts afterward, since Giacomo Raspadori will be sidelined for a while because of a thigh injury.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Lazio Scamacca (hip) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Lazio.

Impact Scamacca is back on the bench for Saturday's clash against Lazio after missing last week with a minor injury. While he is not yet at full strength, he is trending in the right direction and returns to the squad, though Nikola Krstovic, who is in excellent form, remains in the starting XI in his usual role.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Lazio Scamacca (hip) has been named in Atalanta's squad list to face Lazio on Saturday.

Impact Scamacca has shaken off a minor problem that didn't allow him to play last week and will compete with Nenad Krstovic, as he's done routinely in recent weeks. He has taken at least one shot in his last seven showings, totaling 12 attempts (four on target) and logging two goals, one assist and three key passes during that span.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option against Lazio Scamacca has been diagnosed with a hip bruise and trained partially with the rest of the group Friday, L'Eco di Bergamo reported.

Impact Scamacca couldn't have played last week, but his injury turned out to be minor and, while he's not 100 percent, he's trending in the right direction and could avoid missing another contest, although Nenad Krstovic will likely get the nod since he's in better form.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with an injury Scamacca was on the bench but couldn't have played versus Cremonese because of a late physical problem, coach Raffaele Palladino announced.

Impact Scamacca picked up an ailment in the final practice of the week but decided to stay close to his teammates anyway. He'll need to be examined before Saturday's away game versus Cremoense. Nikola Krstovic started and scored in relief.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Scores Sunday Scamacca scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Parma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 53rd minute.

Impact Scamacca got on the scoresheet during Sunday's win, making the most of three chances during a one-sided rout. In a one-sided match Scamacca could have had even more, but he was left with just a single goal. He has a tougher match coming up in European action mid-week.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Cameo yields first league assist Scamacca assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Torino.

Impact Scamacca returned to action after a minor thigh injury that kept him out of the previous match to play 23 minutes and register his first assist of the season.Prior to the absence, the forward made eight appearances with seven starts and attempted 23 shots while creating eight chances and scoring four goals.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Picked for bench Scamacca (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Torino.

Impact Scamacca was probable to play Saturday and is with the team to face Torino, selected for the bench. The forward will likely see time to test his legs before a return to the starting XI, starting in five straight games before the absence, with three goals during that span.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Torino game Scamacca (thigh) returned to full training Friday, L'Eco di Bergamo reported.

Impact Scamacca has recuperated quickly from a bruised thigh and is expected to be available, but Nenad Krstovic has strong chances of starting again after bagging a brace in the last game. Scamacca had drawn the nod in five consecutive matches before the minor injury, scoring three goals and adding 14 shots (five on target) and three key passes.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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