The match against Torino was tough, but in the end, the Nerazzurri scored the winner in full stoppages. There is work to be done, also confirmed by Luis Palomino, but the victory against the Granata was that of a team that never gives up: “We are happy with the three points”.

It’s great to play with the fans in the stands and hear them cheer us on.

Luis Palomino, in the end, in certain games, what matters is to win.

“Sure. We surely didn’t look our best, but it’s the first game [of the season]. We are happy because we brought the three points home. We can surely do better, but we’ll see next week. I’m happy because we never give up.”

Atalanta never give up and believed in it until the end. Piccoli found himself in the right spot at the right time.

“I’m happy for him. Hopefully, this goal can be the first of many. We have to focus on Saturday right now and work on what we can improve.”

Torino were aggressive and didn’t let you breathe. Did you expect them to be like this?

“Yes. I can admit that we didn’t play a good game, but it was a physical match. We fought hard. I’m happy with the win and as I always say, let’s improve.”

It should also be reminded that there were some absences. Those who replaced them did their duty. It should also be reminded that Atalanta’s pre-season was a bit unusual. So, you’re still putting some fuel in the legs, as they say.

“Yes, of course, as we have a lot of champions who arrived late. Their preparation is a bit halfway through. But we have these players available. I’m happy because some players are on the bench but as they come on, they do well. We can do better, of course, but we keep on working, gradually.”

What about the 400 fans from Bergamo that came here to cheer you on?

“I’m happy for them. It’s great to play with the fans in the stands and hear them cheer us on. I’m looking forward to playing the next game at home and seeing all our fans again.”