Super Eagles’ star Ademola Lookman bagged a brace for Atalanta in a 3-2 win against AC Milan on Saturday’s Serie A clash. Lookman opened scoring for his side in the 38 minute, but was leveled by Olivier Giroud, just before halftime. Controversy surrounded Milan’s equalizer, with Yunus Musah’s challenge on Lookman ignored, leading to a corner that Giroud converted with a powerful header. Meanwhile, Giroud, returning from a suspension, aimed to make an impact in the game, but Atalanta’s defense proved resilient.
Super Eagles’ Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman – Getty image Lookman had a chance to give Atalanta the lead at halftime, but a glaring miss kept the score level. The second half got intensified, with Lookman restoring Atalanta’s lead after a brilliant buildup with De Ketelaere. A vital moment came when Maignan’s crucial saves denied Atalanta a two-goal lead. However, Milan responded with a well-worked goal, as Pulisic assisted Luka Jovic to level the score at 2-2. Davide Calabria’s late red card reduced Milan to 10 men, setting the stage for a dramatic win for the host. In stoppage time, Luis Muriel’s audacious back-heel flick secured Atalanta all three points in the frantic encounter.
