Krstovic ends Atalanta's winless run as Monza fury boils over

Nikola Krstovic scored the only goal as Atalanta beat Monza 1-0 at the U-Power Stadium on Sunday, according to Corriere dello Sport, ending a five-match winless run in Serie A. The Montenegrin striker struck in the 49th minute from a Bernasconi cross for his seventh league goal of the season, giving Atalanta their fourth league win of the campaign.

Monza, who suffered a fourth straight defeat, were furious over a penalty appeal in the 91st minute when Colpani went down under a challenge from Rowe. Referee Allegretta waved play on, and Monza coach Juric was booked and then sent off amid the protests. The hosts had also disputed earlier decisions.

Atalanta goalkeeper Carnesecchi was decisive in a first half dominated by Monza, denying Varela, Lucchesi and Robinson. Krstovic later hit the post from a promising position as Atalanta pushed for a second.

After the international break, Atalanta host Inter on Sunday 22 November at 20:45, while Monza welcome Fiorentina on Monday 23 November at the same time.