The falls and resurrection of Lookman: a difficult childhood, a Panenka-style failure, and the explosion against Xabi Alonso
The article chronicles the rise of Ademola Lookman, who overcame a tough childhood and inconsistent performances to shine as a key player for Atalanta.
Ighalo, Lawal back Lookman to shine in Spain
Former Nigerian footballers express confidence in Ademola Lookman's potential at Atletico Madrid.
UCL: Lookman, Onyedika score as Atletico Madrid draw Club Brugge 3-3
Atletico Madrid squandered a two-goal lead in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Club Brugge in the Champions League play-off first leg.
Lookman battles Onyedika in UCL knockout play-off
Nigerian players Ademola Lookman and Frank Onyeka are set to clash in the UEFA Champions League knockout play-offs as their respective teams compete for a place in the round of 16.
Lookman targets Barca scalp as Atletico chase final
Ademola Lookman aims to help Atletico Madrid secure victory against Barcelona in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final at the Metropolitano Stadium.
Lookman positive after first Atletico defeat
Ademola Lookman remains optimistic following Atletico Madrid's 1-0 defeat to Real Betis, marking the end of their unbeaten La Liga run at home.
Osimhen scores again as Lookman suffers first Atletico defeat
Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen scored his ninth goal of the season for Galatasaray while Ademola Lookman experienced a loss on his LaLiga debut with Atletico Madrid.
It’s time for La Liga to know Lookman – Sadiq
Valencia forward Umar Sadiq expresses excitement over Ademola Lookman's move to La Liga, highlighting the increasing presence of Nigerian players in the league.
Atalanta boss wishes Lookman well after Atletico switch
Atalanta's head coach Raffaele Palladino expresses gratitude towards Ademola Lookman following his €40 million transfer to Atletico Madrid, acknowledging the player's ambitions and the realities of modern football.
Copa del Rey: Lookman nets on debut as Atletico thrash Real Betis 5-0
Atletico Madrid secured a place in the Copa del Rey semi-finals with a 5-0 victory against Real Betis, highlighted by Ademola Lookman's debut goal.
The whirlwind Lookman dazzles on his debut
Ademola Lookman impressed on his debut for Atlético Madrid, contributing a goal and an assist in a match against Betis in the Copa del Rey.
Lookman scores on Atlético debut
Ademola Lookman made an impressive debut for Atlético Madrid by scoring in the Copa del Rey quarter-final against Real Betis.
Lookman commands a crazy rout to take Atlético to the semifinals
Atlético Madrid dominated Betis in just 20 minutes, with new signing Ademola Lookman delivering an impressive performance, securing their spot in the Copa del Rey semifinals.
VIDEO Atletico crushed Betis and entered the semifinals of the Cup
Atletico Madrid defeated Betis 5-0 in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals, securing their third consecutive semifinal appearance with goals from Hancko, Simeone, Lookman, Griezmann, and Almada.
Simeone makes Lookman a starter and seats Julián
In the Copa del Rey quarter-finals, coach Simeone has opted to start Lookman while benching Julián for the match against Betis.
Lookman ready for Atletico debut – Simeone
Atletico Madrid's coach Diego Simeone has suggested that new signing Ademola Lookman could make his debut against Real Betis in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals after joining the club for €40 million this week.
Pinnick opens up on Lookman switch, Eze and Abraham misses
Former Nigeria Football Federation president Amaju Pinnick disclosed the missed opportunities to sign prominent players like Eberechi Eze and Tammy Abraham for the Super Eagles during his tenure.
Lookman gets new jersey number, relishes Atalanta memories
Ademola Lookman has joined Atletico Madrid, receiving jersey number 22 and expressing fond memories of his time at Atalanta after a €40 million transfer.
I’m ready for challenge, Lookman on Atletico move
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman is excited after joining Atletico Madrid and is ready to embrace the challenges ahead.
Only Atlético de Madrid shakes up the winter market with Lookman and Rodrigo Mendoza
Atlético de Madrid makes a last-minute signing of young midfielder Rodrigo Mendoza from Elche, amid a winter transfer market where LaLiga clubs have spent significantly less than Premier League clubs.
The goal for Atlético also comes from Bergamo: Ademola Lookman, an explosive character
Atletico Madrid's latest signing, Ademola Lookman, has sparked interest due to his explosive character and marks the fourth collaboration between the club and Atalanta in six months.
Atlético Madrid sign Lookman on four-year deal
Atlético Madrid has signed Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman from Atalanta on a four-year contract set to last until June 30, 2030.
Atletico Madrid strengthens its attack with Nigerian star Ademola Lookman
Atletico Madrid has reached an agreement with Atalanta to sign Nigerian player Ademola Lookman on a four-and-a-half-year contract.
Ademola Lookman to leave Atalanta, joins Atlético Madrid
Ademola Lookman has finalized his transfer from Atalanta to Atlético Madrid, turning down Fenerbahce's lucrative offer.
Lookman, a whirlwind that hunger and poverty could not stop
Ademola Lookman, a new striker for Atlético de Madrid, overcame a challenging childhood marked by hunger and poverty as the son of Nigerian immigrants in South London.
Atlético signs Nigerian winger Lookman from Atalanta
Atlético Madrid has signed Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman from Atalanta for 35 million euros, marking their first acquisition of the winter transfer window after several player departures.
VIDEO Scandal in Nigeria. Osimhen's incident overshadowed the big win at the Cup of Nations
Nigeria's convincing 4-0 victory against Mozambique in the African Cup of Nations quarterfinals was overshadowed by star Victor Osimhen's shocking outburst, which included a conflict with teammate Ademola Lookman and leaving the celebration abruptly.
Africa Cup, Nigeria advances to quarter-finals with controversy: Osimhen argues with Lookman who doesn't pass the ball
Nigeria secured a decisive 4-0 victory over Mozambique in the Africa Cup, but internal disputes surfaced as players Osimhen and Lookman clashed over ball distribution ahead of their upcoming quarter-final against Egypt.
Nigeria - Mozambique 4-0: Osimhen's team 'soars' to the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup, watch the goals
Nigeria secured an easy victory against Mozambique with a score of 4-0, advancing to the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup, featuring two goals by Osimhen and one each from Lookman and Akor.
VIDEO Show Lookman for Nigeria's victory and advancement to the knockout stage of the Nations Cup
The Nigerian national football team defeated Tunisia 3-2 in their second group match of the Africa Cup of Nations, securing their advancement to the knockout stage.