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Ademola Lookman's performances in big games helped him to 14th place in the Ballon d'Or and could help him clinch the CAF Player of the Year award
Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman continues to make his mark as a standout performer, especially against formidable opponents.
His latest feat — a clinical brace in Atalanta's 3-0 victory over Napoli — reinforced his reputation as a big-game player.
Lookman impressive against Italy’s elite
Lookman’s prolific scoring and creativity have propelled him to the top of Serie A’s goal contributions this year, with a remarkable tally of 16 goals and 11 assists in 2024.
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The Nigerian forward has risen to the occasion in matches against some of Italy’s most renowned clubs. In his encounters with former Serie A champions Napoli, Lookman has scored four goals in just six matches.
Against Juventus, another Serie A powerhouse, Lookman has notched two goals and an assist in four appearances, establishing himself as a consistent threat to the Old Lady.
The Super Eagles star’s favourite opponents remain back-to-back UEFA Europa Confenrence League finalists, Fiorentina, against whom he has scored five goals and provided three assists in only six games.
His contributions in these critical fixtures have been vital for Atalanta’s success and a testament to his big-game mentality.
Lookman’s record against the best in the Premier League
Lookman’s record against Premier League giants Manchester City and Liverpool further prove his impressive impact in big games, even though he mostly played against them while with minnows Fulham and Everton.
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In six matches against Manchester City, the Nigerian international has scored twice, an impressive feat given the reigning champions' formidable defence.
Against Liverpool, Lookman has added both a goal and an assist in seven appearances, while he has also scored twice in two games against Tottenham.
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Lookman’s biggest game impact for Atalanta, of course, remains his stunning hat-trick in the final of the UEFA Europa League, where he banged in a superb hat-trick against previously unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen to hand La Dea their first European title.
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