Lookman named in SofaScore’s Copa del Rey best XI
Ademola Lookman has been included in SofaScore's Copa del Rey Team of the Semi-finals after his outstanding performance helped Atletico Madrid reach the final.
Ademola Lookman, a forward for Atletico Madrid and the Super Eagles, has been recognized for his performance in the Copa del Rey semi-finals, being named in SofaScore's best XI. He achieved an impressive average rating of 8.0 across both matches, during which he scored a goal and provided an assist, significantly contributing to Atletico's advancement to the final after a thrilling encounter with Barcelona.
In the semi-finals, Atletico Madrid faced Barcelona, drawing the aggregate score to 4-3 in favor of Atletico, following a decisive 4-0 victory in the first leg at the Estadio Metropolitano. Although Atletico lost the second leg 3-0 at Spotify Camp Nou, Lookman's contributions in the first leg were pivotal. His inclusion in the best XI highlights the impact of his performance, alongside other outstanding teammates recognized in the same listing.
Notably, Lookman was one of six Atletico players who made it to SofaScore’s best XI, emphasizing the overall strength of the team during the semi-finals. The highest individual rating of 8.8 went to Nahuel Molina, showcasing his exceptional displays throughout both matches, while other players also received commendable ratings, reflecting Atletico's impressive showing in the tournament.