Lookman told UEFA TV following the game, “We need to take this form into the league and climb up the table in that respect, but tonight’s performance was very positive, good signs, and the team is feeling more confident now with the victory.”
Before teammates Ederson and Charles de Ketelaere added fast goals in the 62nd and 65th minutes to complete a commanding victory away from home, the Super Eagles attacker opened the score in the 60th minute.
“Big performance from the team, big result, 3-0 win away from home, so good victory,” Lookman stated in reference to the triumph.
We had a few opportunities in the first half and also struck the post. We knew we would produce opportunities again in the second half; all we needed to do was be patient and wait for them, and we soon scored three goals.
The triumph was Atalanta’s first Champions League triumph under Raffaele Palladino, who took over for Ivan Juric as manager. La Dea climbed to 10th place in the 36-team standings, tied with sixth-place Borussia Dortmund on points, and is still in the running for eighth.
Atalanta’s domestic performance hasn’t been as strong, though. They play Fiorentina this weekend and are now ranked 13th in Serie A with 13 points. They might move up to the top 10 with a victory.
In response to rumors of possible conflict, Lookman, who had a difficult summer amid rumors about his future, also talked about his connection with teammates.
“You understand that what has occurred has occurred. A much has happened. He told Sky Italia that while some people are aware of some things, others are not.
“Now is the moment to put in a lot of effort for the team, and winning games is the most crucial thing in order to get stronger every day. I’m focused on it, and the team and I collaborate daily to achieve our goals.
Galatasaray is apparently interested in combining the former African Footballer of the Year with fellow countryman Victor Osimhen, therefore it is anticipated that he would depart Bergamo at the end of the current campaign.
Lookman’s dedication since joining Atalanta has been commended by new manager Palladino, who said that the Nigerian made a positive first impression and that they are collaborating to revive the team’s winning mentality.
