Roma and Atalanta, both unbeaten, collide at the Olimpico in Serie A's third round

Two unbeaten sides, one Olimpico, and an early chance to stake a claim in Serie A. This Saturday, September 5, Roma hosts Atalanta in the third round of the 2026-27 Italian championship, and whoever wins will sit, at least for a few hours, among the outright leaders of the tournament.

The numbers say it all: both teams arrive with perfect records. Six points from six possible for each, which in Italian football, so prone to early stumbles, is no small thing. Roma has come out scoring in both of its matches so far, a resounding 4-0 against both Fiorentina and Lecce, a start that already sends a clear message about the giallorossi's intentions to fight for the Scudetto on equal footing with the league's biggest clubs. On the other side, Atalanta hasn't lagged behind either: they beat Sassuolo and Bologna in their first two outings, and arrive in Rome looking to shed the label of "the awkward team" and establish themselves as genuine title contenders.

A match with recent history working against the hosts

The most recent meeting between the two sides doesn't favor the Romans. On January 3, 2026, in last season's corresponding fixture, Atalanta won 1-0 at home, a tight result that reflects just how even these clashes tend to be between two squads accustomed to competing near the top of the table.

History aside, what's at stake now is something different: this isn't just another chapter, it's an early snapshot of how the season is shaping up. Roma wants to confirm that its perfect start was no fluke, and Atalanta wants to show it can maintain its level away from Bergamo too, against an in-form opponent playing at home.

The match is set for 3:45 PM in Argentina and Uruguay, 2:45 PM in Chile, and 1:45 PM in Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. The broadcast will be available through Disney+'s Premium plan for anyone looking to follow live a matchup that promises rhythm, chances, and, quite possibly, a result decided right up to the final whistle.

Given this backdrop, the Stadio Olimpico is set to host one of those matches that sets an early tone for the championship. Neither team wants to give up ground this soon, and that shared need to protect an unbeaten record should guarantee an intense contest from the opening minute.