Atalanta’s Nigerian forward, Ademola Lookman, continued his sensational form on Friday night, scoring a dramatic late winner to secure a 2-1 victory over AC Milan and lift his team back to the top of the Serie A table. Lookman’s match winning performance earned him his fifth Man of the Match award this season, underscoring his crucial role in Atalanta’s charge for the Scudetto.
Lookman’s decisive header came in the dying moments of the match when Sead Kolasinac flicked an Atalanta corner to the back post. The 27-year-old was perfectly positioned to meet the ball, powering it into the net to give Atalanta all three points. The victory brought Atalanta to 34 points, ensuring they remain at the summit of Italy’s top division after 15 games.
With this crucial goal, Lookman has now registered an impressive 8 goals and 4 assists in Serie A, bringing his total contributions across all competitions to 12 goals and assists in 17 appearances for the season. His form has been a key factor in Atalanta’s success, with the team thriving at the top of the table.
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“I’m really happy with the result and how the team played tonight,” Lookman said after the match. “It’s always great to score, especially in such an important moment. We’re focused on maintaining this position and pushing for more wins.”
Lookman’s performances this season have also caught the attention of the African football community, as he has emerged as the favourite to win the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year. Speaking to Sky Sport Italia, Lookman expressed his excitement about the nomination, calling it “a dream come true.”
“It’s an honour to be nominated for this prestigious award. Of course, anyone who is nominated would like to win it. It’s a dream,” Lookman stated.
Atalanta’s late heroics, paired with Lookman’s relentless consistency, have solidified the Nigerian’s status as one of Serie A’s standout performers this season, as the Bergamaschi aim to continue their title challenge.
