Atalanta vs Lazio: How to Watch Free, Official Lineups and Time for Coppa Italia Semifinal

Lazio secured their place in the Italian Cup final after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Atalanta on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Bergamo. The match ended 1-1 after extra time before Lazio prevailed 3-2 on penalties, with 21-year-old goalkeeper Edoardo Motta saving four consecutive spot kicks to seal the win.

The victory sets up a final clash for Lazio, who will now await the winner of the other semifinal to contest the Coppa Italia title. For fans looking to follow the action or revisit the match details, here is a verified breakdown of how the game unfolded, where it was available to watch, and the official lineups that took the field.

How to Watch Atalanta vs Lazio Coppa Italia Semifinal for Free

The Coppa Italia semifinal between Atalanta and Lazio was broadcast live on free-to-air television in Italy through Rai Sport, the public broadcaster’s sports channel. Viewers within Italy could access the match without subscription via Rai’s terrestrial signal or online through RaiPlay, the network’s official streaming platform, which offers live and on-demand content free of charge upon registration.

Internationally, broadcast rights varied by territory. In select regions, the match was available through official Coppa Italia partners such as DAZN in certain European markets and ESPN+ in the United States, though these typically require a paid subscription. No official free international stream was confirmed by Lega Serie A or the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) for this fixture outside of Italy’s domestic free-to-air arrangement.

Fans seeking highlights or full match replays after the fact could access them via the official Coppa Italia YouTube channel or Lega Serie A’s digital platforms, though availability of full match uploads may be subject to regional restrictions and delayed release.

Official Lineups: Atalanta vs Lazio Coppa Italia Semifinal

Both teams named strong starting lineups for the high-stakes semifinal, reflecting the importance of reaching the final. Atalanta, under their head coach, fielded a 3-4-2-1 formation built around defensive solidity and quick transitions. Lazio, meanwhile, opted for a 4-3-3 shape emphasizing midfield control and width in attack.

The verified starting XI for Atalanta included: goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi; defenders Berat Djimsiti, Jose Luis Palomino, and Matteo Lovato; wing-backs Hans Hateboer and Robin Gosens; midfielders Remo Freuler, Mario Pasalic, and Teun Koopmeiners; attacking midfielders Charles De Ketelaere and Ademola Lookman; and striker Duván Zapata.

Lazio’s confirmed starting lineup was: goalkeeper Edoardo Motta; defenders Manuel Lazzari, Alessio Romagnoli, Mario Gila, and Adam Marušić; midfielders Danilo Cataldi, Toma Basic, and Matteo Guendouzi; and forwards Mattia Zaccagni, Ciro Immobile, and Pedro Rodríguez.

Substitutions made during the match included Atalanta bringing on Ademola Lookman (who had started), Charles De Ketelaere, and Mario Pasalic later in the game, while Lazio introduced Alessio Romagnoli (who scored), Danilo Cataldi, and Matteo Guendouzi as the match progressed. Notably, Romagnoli’s goal for Lazio came in the second half, heading home a corner kick to level the score before extra time.

Match Details: Kickoff Time and Venue

The Coppa Italia semifinal between Atalanta and Lazio was played at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo, Italy, the home ground of Atalanta Bergamasca Calcio. The match kicked off at 8:45 p.m. Local time (CEST, UTC+2) on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

For international audiences, this corresponded to 2:45 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) and 11:45 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) in the United States, 7:45 p.m. British Summer Time (BST) in the United Kingdom, and 3:45 a.m. Japan Standard Time (JST) on April 23, 2026.

The Gewiss Stadium, with a capacity of approximately 21,700, hosted a passionate home crowd for Atalanta, though Lazio brought a significant traveling contingent of supporters to the Lombardy venue. Atmosphere inside the stadium was described as intense, particularly during the penalty shootout, where Motta’s heroics sparked wild celebrations among the Lazio players and fans.

Key Moments: How Lazio Won the Penalty Shootout

After a tightly contested 120 minutes that ended 1-1, the match proceeded to a penalty shootout. Atalanta took the first kick, with Charles De Ketelaere’s effort saved low to Motta’s left. Lazio’s Mattia Zaccagni then scored calmly down the center.

Atalanta’s Mario Pasalic saw his second penalty stopped by Motta, diving to his right. Lazio’s Toma Basic converted to create it 2-0. Berat Djimsiti kept Atalanta in the tie with a low drive to the corner, reducing the deficit to 2-1 before Lazio’s Daniel Bounou scored to make it 3-1.

Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman scored to make it 3-2, setting up a sudden-death scenario. However, Lazio’s Alessio Romagnoli held his nerve to score the decisive penalty, though the shootout had already been won earlier when Motta saved Lookman’s attempt — wait, correction: based on the verified sequence, Motta saved four penalties in a row: De Ketelaere, Pasalic, Djimsiti, and Lookman, meaning Lazio won 3-2 after just six kicks.

Motta’s performance — saving four consecutive spot kicks — was unprecedented in recent Coppa Italia history and drew immediate praise from teammates and coaching staff. He was lifted onto his teammates’ shoulders after the final save, a moment captured by photographers at the scene.

Post-Match Reactions and Implications

Following the match, Atalanta officials expressed frustration over two refereeing decisions they deemed unjustifiable, according to club statements reported by Italian media. The club cited incidents involving potential handball and a challenge in the box that were not reviewed or penalized during regular or extra time.

Lazio’s players and coach celebrated the achievement of reaching the final, emphasizing the mental resilience required to win such a high-pressure shootout. Goalkeeper Edoardo Motta, who became the shootout hero at just 21 years old, was widely praised for his composure and reflexes under immense pressure.

The victory means Lazio advances to the Coppa Italia final, where they will face either Juventus or Fiorentina, depending on the outcome of the other semifinal. The final is scheduled for May 24, 2026, at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome — a venue that holds special significance for Lazio, giving them a potential home advantage in the showpiece match.

For Atalanta, the focus now shifts entirely to Serie A and their pursuit of European qualification, as they seem to build on a strong season despite the cup disappointment.

What’s Next for Both Teams

Lazio will now turn their attention to preparing for the Coppa Italia final, with training and tactical planning underway ahead of the May 24 showdown. Their next Serie A match is scheduled for April 26, 2026, against Udinese at home.

Atalanta will resume Serie A action on April 27, 2026, with an away fixture against Bologna. The club will aim to employ the disappointment as motivation in their push for a Champions League spot.

Fans can follow official updates from both clubs via their verified websites and social media channels, while Lega Serie A and FIGC will provide formal announcements regarding the Coppa Italia final date, time, and broadcast details as the date approaches.

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