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Ademola Lookman Talks Tough Ahead Of Liverpool Vs Atalanta Clash
Super Eagles of Nigeria forward, Ademola Lookman has stressed that he and his club, Atalanta, have earned the right to play against in-form Liverpool.
Ademola Lookman will lead Atalanta to the Anfield Stadium for the first leg of the Europa League quarter-finals at 8 p.m. later today, April 11.
Just like Liverpool who have not suffered a defeat in the Europa League this season, Atalanta are enjoying a very smooth run in the tournament.
Ademola Lookman is one of the club’s most reliable players and the Italian side will depend on him to help stop Liverpool at Anfield.
The 26-year-old Nigeria international has scored three goals in Europa League and has made a total of 15 appearances in the tournament so far in the competition.
Ademola Lookman has played against Liverpool five times in his career. In those five meetings, he recorded two wins, two defeats, and a draw. He has scored once and provided an assist against the Premier League giants.
Ahead of Atalanta’s visit to Anfied Stadium for the Europa League clash with Liverpool, Lookman told The Athletic that he and his team would show their hosts their worth.
“The spectacle speaks for itself, but for us, there is an opportunity for us to go and show what we are about,” Lookman said.
“We’ve earned the right to be here, so let’s go there and play our football.”
Interestingly, Ademola Lookman named Liverpool’s former forward, Sadio Mane of Senegal as his role model.
He said, “The guy who I always looked at the most would have to be Sadio Mane.
“Looking at his threat in the box, his threat in those little tight spaces, his movement—I have watched a lot of his game in particular.”
Super Eagles and Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has been dealt a devastating blow, losing his mother barely two months after the passing of his father.
Nwabali shared the heartbreaking news on X on New Year’s day, writing, “Rip mom, worst year of my life already” accompanied by tears and heartbreak emojis.
This emotional post came just hours after he shared a 2024 recap video, expressing optimism for the new year.
“2024 was a good year, we’re doubling everything in 2025. Thank you Chippa United FC. Thank you Super Eagles. Thanks to all my fans. Let’s do more!” he had written earlier.
Nwabali’s father died in November, just hours after the goalkeeper helped the Super Eagles secure a crucial point in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic.
The goalkeeper’s bravery on the field was evident as he manned the goalpost despite his personal loss.
His teammates, fans, and well-wishers rallied around him, offering condolences and support.
With the loss of both parents, Nwabali joins the likes of Victor Osimhen, who has also experienced the pain of losing both parents.
Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappé, shared a rare glimpse of his personal life during an interview with Mouloud Achour on Clique.
The 25-year-old addressed serious allegations about an alleged rape incident in Stockholm but captured attention with his reflections on love and relationships.
When asked about expressing love, the Les Bleus forward shared: “Yes, to my mother, my father, my little brother. I try to give them this affection every day.”
On romantic love, Mbappé revealed to Le Parisien: “Yes, in the past, I have already been in love and I hope that I will be again. But currently, no.”
Watch him speak below:
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Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili made a spectacular debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics, delivering an impressive performance in the women’s 200m event.
After a disappointing setback in the women’s 100m, Ofili showcased her resilience by clinching victory in her heat with a new season’s best time of 22.24 seconds on Sunday, August 4. The victory has qualified her for the 2024 Olympics 200m women’s semi-finals which will take place this evening.
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