Lookman’s Late Heroics Propel Atalanta To Serie A Summit.
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman delivered another match-winning performance on Friday night, scoring a dramatic late header to secure Atalanta’s 2-1 victory over AC Milan and restore their position at the top of the Serie A table.
Lookman’s decisive goal, which came in the dying moments of the match, earned him his fifth Man of the Match award this season. It also highlighted his pivotal role in Atalanta’s pursuit of the Scudetto.
The winning moment unfolded when Sead Kolasinac flicked an Atalanta corner to the back post. Lookman, perfectly positioned, met the ball with a powerful header, sending it past the AC Milan goalkeeper to secure all three points. The victory elevated Atalanta to 34 points from 15 matches, maintaining their lead in Italy’s top flight.
This latest goal brought Lookman’s Serie A tally to eight goals and four assists, with a total of 12 goal contributions in 17 appearances across all competitions this season. His consistent form has been instrumental in Atalanta’s strong campaign, as they continue to thrive under high expectations.
Lookman’s performance has further solidified his reputation as one of the standout players in Serie A, as he continues to inspire Atalanta in their quest for the league title.
