Ademola Lookman delivered another statement performance as Atlético Madrid dismantled Barcelona 4-0 in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semifinal clash, capping a dominant night with a goal and an assist at the Metropolitano.

Atlético set the tone early when Eric García turned the ball into his own net in the sixth minute, Footballrover reports.

Ademola Lookman shines as Atlético crush Barcelona in semi-finals

Antoine Griezmann doubled the lead on 14 minutes before Lookman made it three in the 33rd minute with a composed finish.

Just before the break, Julián Álvarez added the fourth after being set up by Lookman, completing a ruthless first-half display from Diego Simeone’s side.

The Nigeria international, who marked his debut with a goal and assist against Real Betis, has now recorded four goal contributions in his first three appearances since joining from Atalanta BC during the winter transfer window.

Lookman reveals what mattered most after Barca masterclass

Speaking after scoring his first home goal for Atlético, Lookman made it clear that team performance meant more than personal glory.

“I’m very, very happy. Of course, it’s nice to score, but I think the performance of the team was top tonight. In both boxes we were clinical, and we showed togetherness today that was impeccable,” Lookman told Sporty TV.

“We got that energy from our fans tonight, they were amazing, so we are glad.”

When asked if he expected to score against Barca, the forward stressed that finding the net is always the target.

“You always want to score as an attacker, always looking to get into dangerous positions, so I just try to be there at the right moment at the right time.”

Lookman also highlighted the mindset within the squad before kickoff, revealing the clarity in the dressing room ahead of such a high-stakes encounter.

“The expectation of us was clear. We knew what we had to do today because the stakes are very high. Today was a match for us to go out there and show what we are all about and we did. It was a great performance.”

Despite the emphatic scoreline, the Super Eagles forward quickly shifted focus to the second leg.

“Of course, it’s a big victory. But we have a few more games in between before we play them away, so we must keep the same mindset and the same focus in those matches, which will take us to the other semi final. We are looking forward to the days ahead.”

He also praised the quality within the Atlético squad, especially the attacking options around him.

“They are top, top players with amazing ability and amazing talent. It is very nice to play with these type of players, to work with them and to have the same goal to win. That’s very important.”

With momentum building and confidence high, Lookman’s impact in the Copa del Rey continues to show why Atlético moved quickly to secure his services.

The early signs suggest he is already becoming central to their push for silverware.

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Last Updated on February 13, 2026 5:14 am by footballrover