The 2026/27 Serie C season has commenced with mixed results for the two Bergamo-based clubs. AlbinoLeffe secured a comeback victory against Giana against the grain in Gorgonzola, thanks to goals from Mandelli and a penalty by De Paoli.
In contrast, Atalanta Under 23 suffered a defeat in their Group B opener, losing 2-0 to newly promoted Vado. Goals from Lazzarini and Simonetta secured the win for Vado, while a late goal by Zanaboni for Atalanta was disallowed due to offside.
In youth competition, AlbinoLeffe won the 5th Coppa Alfredo Calligaris, a prestigious U17 tournament. They defeated Atalanta in a high-intensity final held at the San Pellegrino Terme municipal stadium. The tournament honors the memory of Alfredo Calligaris, a pioneer of athletic preparation in Italian football.
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AlbinoLeffe · Atalanta · Coppa Alfredo Calligaris · San Pellegrino Terme