'He's a top player' - Atalanta's Lookman hails Vinicius ahead of difficult match against Real Madrid
Published: December 09, 2024
Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has expressed his admiration for Real Madrid's Vinicius Jnr as his team gears up for a challenging UEFA Champions League encounter on Tuesday at the Gewiss Stadium.Lookman, who has been instrumental for Atalanta in the tournament, has netted two goals and provided one assist in four mat...
Not Osimhen or Boniface: Another Nigeria international forward wanted by Juventus
Published: December 08, 2024
Italian giants Juventus are said to be targeting Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman as the summer transfer window approaches.Lookman, currently showcasing his talents at Atalanta in Serie A, has emerged as one of Nigeria's most prolific strikers, joining the ranks of fellow Nigerian forwards Victor Osimhen and Victor...
What Atalanta forward Lookman said after game-winning goal against AC Milan
Published: December 07, 2024
Atalanta secured a crucial 2-1 victory against AC Milan, thanks to a late header from Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman.The decisive goal came in the 87th minute, when Lookman connected with a well-placed cross from Sead Kolasinac, sending the home crowd into a frenzy.This goal marked Lookman's tenth strike of the s...
Lookman proves again he is a big-game player with late winner against AC Milan
Published: December 06, 2024
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman once again made a significant impact as Atalanta triumphed 2-1 over AC Milan in a Serie A match at Gewiss Stadium on Friday night. The action started in the 12th minute with a stunning goal from Atalanta.De Roon delivered an excellent inswinging free-kick from the left, which forme...
The most influential Nigerian footballers in Serie A
Published: December 06, 2024
The 12th edition of the Gran Galà del Calcio AIC took place in early December 2024 at Superstudio Maxi in Milan, bringing together the biggest names in Italian football. Organised by the Italian Footballers’ Association in collaboration with DA, Demetrio Albertini’s sports marketing and events agency, the ceremony...
'Technically possible' - Napoli sporting director reacts to reports linking Osimhen to PSG in January
Published: December 06, 2024
Napoli's sporting director, Giovanni Manna, has stirred the pot regarding Victor Osimhen's potential transfer to Paris Saint-Germain by hinting at the possibility of the Nigerian forward making a move in JanuaryThis comes after a summer filled with speculation, where PSG had shown interest in signing Osimhen but failed...
'Some news' - Ex-Torino defender turned agent reveals Juventus will try to sign Lookman in June 2025
Published: December 05, 2024
Former Torino defender turned football agent. Massimo Brambati has shed light on Juventus' transfer ambitions for the summer of 2025, revealing that the club has set its sights on Atalanta's Ederson and Ademola Lookman.Speaking on TMW Radio, Brambati indicated that both players are at the top of Juventus' wish list as ...
'Role on the right' - AC Milan coach justifies choosing USMNT star over Chukwueze
Published: December 05, 2024
AC Milan coach Paulo Fonseca has explained the reason behind his recent preference for USMNT star Yunus Musah over Samuel Chukwueze.Musah, who is naturally a midfielder, has been deployed as a right winger in Fonseca's 4-2-3-1 set-up in the last two Serie A fixtures and has given more defensive solidity to the Rossoner...
Son of former Super Eagles midfielder scores for Empoli but misses penalty in win against Fiorentina
Published: December 05, 2024
Emmanuel Ekong, son of former Super Eagles midfielder Prince Ikpe Ekong, showcased his talent by scoring the opening goal for Empoli in their Copa Italia clash against Fiorentina.The match ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, with Empoli advancing to the quarterfinals after a tense penalty shootout.Ekong wasted no time making...
In his father's footsteps: Inter Milan-reared forward Kevin Martins shares what makes him stand out
Published: December 04, 2024
Kevin Martins, the young Monza forward, has shared insight on the key traits that help him be both creative and disruptive against opposing defenses.At product of the Inter Milan academy, Kevin is making a name for himself, following in the footsteps of his father, former Nigerian international Obafemi Martins, and his...
3 goals in 3 games: Atalanta forward Lookman is standout performer in Serie A Team of the Month
Published: December 02, 2024
Ademola Lookman has been named in Whoscored.com's Italian Serie A Team of the Month for November 2024.The 2024 African Men's Footballer of the Year nominee scored three goals in three games to help Atalanta win all their games last month and be in the reckoning for the Scudetto.Lookman started the month by scoring two ...
Atalanta forward Lookman sets eyes on breaking personal record against Roma
Published: December 01, 2024
Ademola Lookman has set his eyes on breaking a personal record on Monday night when Atalanta take on AS Roma in an Italian Serie A clash scheduled to take place at the Stadio Olimpico, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. Ahead of the visit to the Italian capital, the Nigeria international has not managed to find the back of...
Lookman battles Thuram, Moise Kean, 3 others for Serie A Player of the Month for November
Published: November 28, 2024
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has been shortlisted for the Serie A Player of the Month award for November following his outstanding performances for Atalanta.The Nigerian star has been in exceptional form, netting three goals combined against Napoli and Parma, and also helped Atalanta register a 2-1 win against ...
'Can play all over the pitch' - Lazio coach hails Dele-Bashiru for his versatility amid fitness concerns
Published: November 27, 2024
Lazio head coach Marco Baroni has heaped praise on Nigerian midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru for his adaptability and energy, though the 23-year-old remains doubtful for the UEFA Europa League showdown against PFC Ludogorets Razgrad on Thursday evening. Dele-Bashiru, currently on loan from Turkish side Hatayspor, has sh...
UCL: The reason behind Lookman's bench role in Atalanta's historic 6-1 win against Young Boys
Published: November 27, 2024
Ademola Lookman was an unused substitute as Atalanta registered a historic 6-1 victory against Swiss side BSC Young Boys in a UEFA Champions League encounter at Stadion Wankdorf on Tuesday night. The Bergamo outfit became only the second Italian club to score six goals away from home in the UEFA Champions League prope...