Ademola Lookman continued his fine form in the UEFA Champions League, scoring his fourth goal of the competition and providing his second assist of the season as Atalanta cruised to a dominant 5-0 victory over Sturm Graz.
The emphatic win places the Italian side on the verge of qualifying for the knockout stages.
Lookman, who has been in scintillating form this season, came off the bench and made an immediate impact.
He scored in the 90th minute with a clinical finish, showcasing his ability to score with both feet and even his head.
The Nigerian international wasn’t done yet, as he turned provider in the dying moments of the game, setting up a goal in the 90+4th minute to cap off a dominant display by Gian Piero Gasperini’s side.
The performance adds to Lookman’s impressive tally of 14 goals and 7 assists across all competitions this season, solidifying his reputation as one of Atalanta’s key attacking threats.
His versatility and composure in front of goal have made him a nightmare for defenders in Europe.
With this resounding win, Atalanta have strengthened their position in their group and are now within touching distance of the Champions League knockout stages.
Lookman’s contributions continue to be pivotal for the team as they aim to make a deep run in the competition.
Atalanta will now look to carry this momentum into their next fixtures, with fans hoping that Lookman’s rich vein of form will lead them to greater success.