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Marseille vs Atalanta - Lookman in no man's land as the Nerazzurri secure late goal to seal win

Lookman in no man's land as Nerazzurri’s late goal seals win
Atalanta's late goal secured a narrow victory against Marseille in the UEFA Champions League, their second win in the competition.
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Atalanta have struggled with their form both in the Serie A and the Champions League. They have only won one of their first three games in the UCL.

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They needed a win to move up the league table and had to leave it late in injury time to secure a narrow 1-0 victory away from home against Marseille.

As it happened 

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Ademola Lookman made the starting lineup for Atalanta as they look for their second win in the Champions League.

The first half ended with both teams failing to produce any spark, with limited chances created from both sides.

Lookman looking frustrated in the game || imago

Lookman, who scored his first goal of the season against AC Milan, was not given enough freedom to get the ball and was deprived of services.

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Atalanta players celebrating late winning goal || Imago

The second half saw a bit of intensity from Atalanta, creating the first good chance of the game, which Lookman scored. However, it was ruled out for offside.

The Nigerian international was later substituted at the 74th minute after having a below-par performance in the game.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DluO-_UoIH4
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