Ademola Lookman equalled a record set by former Atletico Madrid striker Luis Suarez as the Nigerian scored in Atletico Madrid’s 4-2 win over Espanyol in La Liga on Saturday.
The Super Eagles forward found the net for the second game in succession, helping Diego Simeone’s side secure their first league victory in four matches at the Metropolitano.
Atletico fell behind inside six minutes when Jofre Carreras fired Espanyol into an early lead. The hosts responded through Alexander Sørloth, who volleyed home midway through the first half to restore parity.
Lookman celebrating with his teammates. Photo Credit: Imago
Four minutes after the restart, Álex Baena put Atletico in front before Lookman struck in the 58th minute. The 28-year-old reacted quickest to a flick-on from Sørloth at a corner, guiding the ball home from close range to make it 3-1.
Sørloth later added his second of the night with a header from Matteo Ruggeri’s cross, while Espanyol grabbed a late consolation as the match finished 4-2.
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Lookman was withdrawn shortly after the hour mark, having delivered another decisive contribution in attack.
Lookman. Photo Credit: Imago
According to Opta statistics, the goal marked Lookman’s sixth goal involvement since joining Atletico, a return matched only by Suarez in his early appearances for the club.
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The result strengthens Atletico’s push in the top four race and provides momentum ahead of their upcoming UEFA Champions League round of 16 play-off against Marseille.
