Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman delivered a high-impact performance on Wednesday night, scoring and assisting as Atalanta cruised to a 3-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in theirChampions League clash at Deutsche Bank Park.
The result helps Atalanta’s push for automatic qualification to the Round of 16.
Lookman, who has struggled for form this season, broke the deadlock in the 60th minute after a cagey first half.
His precise close-range finish from a Charles De Ketelaere delivery shifted things for the visitors.
Lookman leads the charge
Shortly after scoring, the 28-year-old turned provider. Lookman set up Brazilian midfielder Éderson José dos Santos, who doubled Atalanta’s lead.
De Ketelaere later sealed the win with a third goal, completing a fine team performance and sending Atalanta’s travelling fans into full voice.
Boost in qualification push
The victory pushes Atalanta to 10th in the Champions League standings with 10 points from five games, level with eighth-placed Sporting Lisbon, who also won on the night.
With one match left, Atalanta remain firmly in contention for a top-eight finish that guarantees progression.
Much-needed lift for Lookman
For Lookman, the goal ends a difficult run of form and offers a timely confidence boost.
His strike in Frankfurt takes his tally to two goals in 12 appearances across all competitions this season.
The Nigerian forward will aim to build on this form as Atalanta shift focus back to domestic duties this weekend.