Work of art: Expert hails Lookman's masterful assist for Atalanta

Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman showed his exceptional talent again after he came off the bench to lead Atalanta to a commanding 5-0 victory over Sturm Graz in the UEFA Champions League.

The Nigerian forward's performance not only included a goal but also a brilliant assist, sealing his super-sub status as the standout player of the match on Tuesday night.

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Atalanta struggled to break down Sturm Graz in the first half, managing only a single goal before halftime. However, the introduction of Lookman and Juan Cuadrado at the start of the second half proved pivotal.

Lookman quickly made his mark by scoring the fourth goal of the match and later assisting Marco Brescianini for the final goal in stoppage time.

His contributions were instrumental in securing Atalanta's place in the knockout stages of the Champions League with one game remaining in the group.

The performance drew praise from football expert Solace Chukwu, who took to social media to express his admiration.

“That Ademola Lookman assist was a work of art. A masterwork,” he noted, highlighting the quality of Lookman's play.

Chukwu wasn't alone in his appreciation; many fans echoed similar sentiments about Lookman's impact on the game.

One fan remarked, “Ademola is the man. But I don't know what to wish him if Atalanta play Barcelona in their Champions League match.” Another added, “The pride of Eagles is accustomed to performing exceptionally. Great job.”

These reactions reflect Lookman's growing reputation as a key player for Atalanta, with many commentators recognising him as a significant threat on the pitch.

Lookman’s impressive tally this season now stands at 13 goals and six assists across all competitions, further establishing him as a vital asset for Atalanta as they aim for success both domestically and in Europe.

His ability to change games either as a starter or substitution shows his importance to Gian Piero Gasperini's side, which continues to impress on the European stage.