Lookman Ends Goal Drought, Guides Atalanta into Quarter-finals

Lookman’s pivotal performance came in Thursday’s round of 16 second-leg match against Sporting Lisbon, where he played a crucial role in Atalanta’s comeback victory.

After a 1-1 draw in the first leg, Atalanta entered the game knowing they needed a strong performance to advance.

Pedro Goncalves initially put Sporting Lisbon ahead 1-0 in the 33rd minute, adding futher pressure on Gian Piero Gasperini’s side.

However, Lookman rose to the occasion, equalizing for Atalanta just a minute into the second half, leveling the score at 1-1.

The momentum shifted further in Atalanta’s favor when Gianluca Scamacca found the back of the net in the 59th minute, giving Atalanta a 2-1 lead that proved to be the decisive goal of the match.

Lookman’s goal not only contributed to Atalanta’s victory but also marked his first goal in European competition for the club this season, breaking a dry spell of six previous matches.

With this crucial win, Atalanta continues their journey in the Europa League, with Lookman emerging as a key player in their pursuit of continental success.