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Lookman shines as Sorloth hat trick sends Atletico into last 16

Ademola Lookman came off the bench to provide a key assist as Atletico Madrid beat Club Brugge to reach the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. The Spanish side will now face either Liverpool or Tottenham Hotspur in the knockout stage.​ The night belonged to Alexander Sorloth, who scored a clinical hat trick to lead Atletico to a 4-1 win at the Metropolitano and a 7-4 aggregate victory. Brugge made a fast start and almost went ahead when Hugo Vetlesen was denied by a last ditch block from David Hancko.​ Atletico responded when goalkeeper Jan Oblak launched a long pass that Sorloth controlled before holding off his marker and hitting a shot that Simon Mignolet could not keep out. Brugge, coached by Ivan Leko, refused to give up and levelled just before halftime when Joel Ordonez turned in at the […]

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Taskmaster Simeone demands more defensive grit from Lookman

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has challenged Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman to add more defensive grit and all round contribution to his game despite his explosive start at the club. Lookman has hit the ground running in Spain with four goals and two assists in his first few matches across competitions, matching Luis Suarez’s record for the best attacking start under Simeone. Simeone, known for his demanding standards, said Lookman currently gives the team “more goals than overall play” and must now improve his build up involvement and defensive discipline. He stressed that Atletico’s philosophy requires every attacker to press, track back and fully adapt to the team’s intense, compact style without the ball. The Argentine coach added that Lookman is eager to learn and has told him he wants to become a better all round footballer, not just a […]

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Lookman rues narrow offside in bittersweet La Liga debut

Ademola Lookman says his home La Liga debut for Atletico Madrid was bittersweet after a narrow offside call denied him a dream goal in a 1-0 defeat to Real Betis. The Super Eagles forward had arrived at the Metropolitano on a high following a standout performance in the Copa del Rey.​ Lookman thought he had equalised just before halftime when he rose to head the ball into the net, but the effort was ruled out for a marginal offside after a review. The decision proved costly as Atletico could not find a way back into the match.​ Despite receiving a yellow card in the 56th minute for a tactical foul, he remained one of Atletico’s brightest attacking outlets until he was substituted in the 74th minute. His movement and direct play repeatedly troubled the Betis defence, even as the hosts […]

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Full list of Nigerian footballers who moved during winter transfer window

The 2026 January window saw a flurry of activity for Nigerian footballers across Europe and beyond, with Super Eagles stars, emerging talents and experienced veterans all securing important mid season moves. From big money transfers in La Liga and Ligue 1 to strategic loans in England, Germany and Portugal, Nigerian players used the window to seek bigger stages, revive stagnating careers or take bold first steps into elite environments. Below is a rundown of key deals involving Nigerian footballers. Ademola Lookman completed a headline €35 million move from Atalanta to Atletico Madrid, with a further €5 million in add ons, becoming only the second Nigerian to play for the Rojiblancos. Terem Moffi left Nice for FC Porto on loan, with an option to buy, to rebuild his form in Portugal. In England, Frank Onyeka joined Coventry City on loan from […]

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‘I’m very happy to be here’ — Lookman begins new chapter at Atletico Madrid

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has arrived in Spain to complete a high profile move to Atletico Madrid, marking the start of a new chapter in his career after a successful spell with Atalanta. The 28 year old landed in Madrid on Sunday following months of speculation and protracted negotiations between Atletico and the Italian club. Atletico have agreed a €40 million package for the Nigerian, comprising a €35 million fixed fee plus €5 million in performance related add ons, after Atalanta initially resisted several bids since last summer. Lookman is expected to undergo his medical on Monday before signing a long term contract with the La Liga side. His departure brings to a close a memorable stint in Bergamo, highlighted by his historic hat trick in the 2024 Europa League final that secured Atalanta’s first major European trophy. Speaking […]

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Lookman named Best Playmaker as CAF unveils AFCON 2025 awards

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the full list of awards and official statistics for the TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 tournament in Morocco. Senegal were crowned champions, Morocco finished runners up and Nigeria took third place after a high scoring campaign.​ Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman was named Best Playmaker of the tournament after providing four assists, capping a brilliant competition for the Super Eagles. Senegal’s Sadio Mané won Player of the Tournament, while Morocco’s Brahim Díaz finished as top scorer with five goals and Yassine Bounou was voted Best Goalkeeper with five clean sheets.​ CAF’s statistics showed Nigeria as one of the standout teams, with the Super Eagles recording the most consecutive wins (five), the highest number of goals scored (14) and the highest average possession at 66 percent. Overall, AFCON 2025 produced 121 goals, while Morocco, Comoros, DR Congo […]

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Three Super Eagles stars make AFCON 2025 Best XI

Three Super Eagles players – Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman and Calvin Bassey – have been named in CAF’s Best XI for the TotalEnergies AFCON Morocco 2025. The list was released by CAF’s Technical Study Group after the tournament, where Nigeria finished third.​ Senegal and champions Morocco dominated the selection with four players each in the Team of the Tournament. CAF said the squad was chosen after detailed technical evaluation using live data, multi angle video and on site assessments by experts.​ Morocco’s goalkeeper Yassine Bounou led their contingent, alongside Achraf Hakimi, Noussair Mazraoui and top scorer Brahim Díaz. Senegal’s Moussa Niakhaté, Pape Gueye, Idrissa Gueye and Sadio Mané also made the XI, with Mané crowned Player of the Tournament.​ Osimhen, who plays for Galatasaray, finished as Nigeria’s top scorer with four goals in six matches. Lookman also registered four goals […]

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Lookman backed to shine as Atalanta face Athletic Club

Atalanta coach Raffaele Palladino has praised Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman for returning early from AFCON duty to join his teammates for tonight’s UEFA Champions League clash with Athletic Club. Lookman was one of the Super Eagles’ standout players at AFCON, scoring three goals and netting the winning kick in the bronze medal shootout against Egypt.​ Palladino said Lookman was officially due back on Wednesday but pushed to be available for the game at all costs. He described this as a sign of the player’s strong attachment to Atalanta and his professionalism.​ The coach believes his side have a great opportunity in the tie against the Spanish club. Atalanta sit fifth in the new league style Champions League table, level on 13 points with PSG and Manchester City after six games.​ La Dea have also won three of their last four […]

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Nwabali shines as Nigeria beat Egypt for AFCON bronze

Stanley Nwabali delivered a standout performance as Nigeria beat Egypt 4 2 on penalties to win the AFCON 2025 bronze medal at Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca. The Super Eagles and Pharaohs drew goalless after 90 minutes before the match went to a shootout.​ Nwabali saved penalties from Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush to emerge as Nigeria’s hero in the shootout. His display confirmed his status as one of the top performers of the tournament.​ Ademola Lookman scored the decisive kick to seal victory for Nigeria. The Super Eagles converted their spot kicks with composure to secure third place.​ The result extended Nigeria’s perfect record in AFCON third place matches. It also gave the country a record ninth bronze medal at the continental showpiece.​ Despite the disappointment of losing on penalties to hosts Morocco in the semi final, Nigeria finished […]

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AFCON 2025: Top scorers after semi final round

The race for the AFCON 2025 Golden Boot is led by Morocco’s Brahim Díaz, who sits top of the scoring chart with five goals after the semi final matches. The Real Madrid forward has been the standout attacking player for the hosts, keeping his place at the summit despite failing to score in the last four.​ Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Egypt’s Mohamed Salah are tied in second place with four goals each. Both stars remain in contention to snatch the Golden Boot if they can find the net in the remaining fixtures.​ Just behind them on three goals are Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman and Côte d’Ivoire winger Amad Diallo. Lookman also leads the assists chart, making him one of the most influential attacking players of the tournament so far.​ Several other players, including Ayoub El Kaabi (Morocco), Riyad Mahrez (Algeria) and Lassine Sinayoko […]

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