Atalanta convincingly defeated Genoa 4-0 in the Coppa Italia round of 16, with goals from Djimsiti, De Roon, Pasalic, and Ahanor. The match was played at the New Balance Arena in Bergamo, where Atalanta dominated despite Genoa being reduced to 10 men early in the game after Fini's red card. The Bergamaschi scored early through Djimsiti, followed by a second goal from De Roon with a stunning right-foot shot. Pasalic and Ahanor added two more in the second half, with Ahanor scoring the final goal in injury time. The victory secures Atalanta’s place in the quarter-finals against Juventus, continuing their impressive run under coach Palladino, who emphasizes the team's focus on winning the Coppa Italia as a primary objective. De Roon highlighted the renewed enthusiasm within the squad, driven by Palladino's leadership, as they aim to reach the final. The match featured notable moments including a crossbar hit by Maldini, a missed Maldini chance, and a red card for Genoa’s Fini for a foul on Bellanova. The game was marked by strong offensive plays, tactical discipline, and key substitutions, with Atalanta showing resilience and attacking prowess throughout. The match also saw several injuries, including Sulemana’s muscle strain and Gatti’s knee injury, raising concerns for upcoming fixtures. Overall, Atalanta’s commanding performance underscores their ambition to go far in the competition, with the next challenge being Juventus in the quarter-finals.