Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman expressed his pride following an impressive brace against Napoli, a performance that was pivotal in securing a commanding 3-0 victory for Atalanta over the Serie A leaders.
The match not only delivered three crucial points but also held significant personal meaning for Lookman, suggesting a deeper sense of accomplishment that transcends individual statistics, footballrover reports.
In a stunning display, Gian Piero Gasperini’s side dominated the clash, marking a memorable away win at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
Lookman played an instrumental role, netting twice to propel Atalanta to victory. His contributions were vital, as the Bergamo club handed Napoli one of their heaviest defeats on home soil, further solidifying their status as title contenders.
Lookman’s early brace left the home crowd in shock, with his first goal resulting from a meticulously executed team play.
He then doubled the lead with a breathtaking solo effort, firing a powerful shot past Napoli goalkeeper Alex Meret.
This achievement notably ended Napoli’s streak of three consecutive clean sheets, underscoring Lookman’s impact on the game.
Ademola Lookman: A proud moment for the team and the player
In a historical context, this defeat marked only the second time in Antonio Conte’s managerial career that he had lost a home match by a three-goal margin.
Lookman’s performance was crucial in delivering this huge blow to the former Chelsea boss, a feat not seen since a similar loss to Juventus in 2009.
After the match, Ademola Lookman shared his joy, stating that the team was proud of their overall performance and acknowledging the challenges that come with winning against former champions like Napoli.
“It was a big performance from the team; we’re happy, and three points away to the leaders is never easy, so we’re proud of that, he told DAZN.
Despite the individual accolades that come with such a brilliant performance, the Nigerian international emphasised the importance of focusing on the team’s collective success, especially after recently attending the Ballon d’Or ceremony, where he earned a respectable 14th place due to his stellar hat-trick in the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen.
“Individual achievements are part of football, but this is a team game; my squad helps me a lot. I continue working and try to help the team when I can,” he added.
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