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Atalanta Coach Hails Ademola Lookman
The manager of Atalanta, Gian Pero Gasperini, has confessed that he is impressed with the performance of Super Eagles of Nigeria winger, Ademola Lookman.
Ademola Lookman joined Atalanta from RB Leipzig in 2022 for a transfer fee worth €9 million.
Since then, he never had it that good until he moved to Atalanta on August 4, 2022. He has now scored 13 goals and provided eight assists in 31 games in all competitions for the Italian side.
In the 2023-2024 season alone, Ademola Lookman has scored eight goals and provided three assists in 21 games in all competitions which is a huge improvement when compared to his days in his previous clubs.
Despite Lookman’s improved form, the 26-year-old forward has been struggling to score goals in European club competitions. The last time he scored a goal in any UEFA tournament was in December 2017.
But that is not enough reason for coach Gasperini to turn a blind eye to how much the Nigeria international has improved his game.
After Atalanta’s 1-1 draw with Sporting CP in the Europa League, Pazzi di Fanta quoted the coach as saying: “We all see Lookman‘s potential and speed, but we must admit that he once didn’t play so offensively.
“He used to score six or seven goals a year, while now he is quick, good at dribbling, and even strong with his head. I encourage him because every now and then, he hides from the game, but I believe that when he approaches the area, he can become a reference player for our team.”
Note that Ademola Lookman was one of the best players in the Super Eagles squad during the 2023 AFCON. He scored three goals in the tournament as he helped Nigeria to finish second behind the hosts, Ivory Coast.
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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