In a clash brimming with intensity, it was Ghana’s Kamaldeen Sulemana who stole the spotlight, delivering a moment of brilliance that lit up the Allianz Stadium and guided Atalanta to a 1-1 draw against Juventus in Serie A.
The 23-year-old winger demonstrated why he is fast becoming one of Atalanta’s most influential players. Just before the half-time whistle, Sulemana capitalized on a rare lapse from the hosts, pouncing on a loose ball in midfield. He glided past two Juventus defenders before firing a composed finish into the bottom corner to stun the home crowd and put La Dea ahead.
Sulemana’s goal was his second in as many games, a testament to his growing confidence and sharpness in front of goal. For 61 minutes, he terrorized the Juventus backline with his trickery, direct running, and relentless pressing, before being withdrew to a standing ovation from the traveling Atalanta faithful.
But Juventus, wounded yet unbowed, clawed their way back into the contest. With twelve minutes to go, Colombian Juan Cabal struck home the equalizer, sparking renewed belief among the home supporters.
Atalanta’s resolve was further tested when midfielder Marten de Roon received his marching orders after collecting a second yellow card with ten minutes left, leaving the visitors to battle with ten men in the lion’s den.
The Bianconeri poured forward in waves, sensing blood, but Atalanta’s resilience held firm. Goalkeeper Juan Musso pulled off a string of fine saves, while the defense threw bodies on the line to deny Juventus a late winner.
When the final whistle blew, it was Atalanta who celebrated as though they had claimed all three points—a point earned through grit, determination, and Sulemana’s brilliance.
With two goals in his last two outings, the Ghanaian international is fast evolving into one of Serie A’s most electrifying attackers, carrying the hopes of Atalanta with every dazzling performance.