Atalanta cemented their top spot on the Italian Serie A table after Lazio defeated Napoli at home last nightGian Piero Gasperini’s side can be overtaken by Inter Milan if they win their game at hand by three goalsSuper Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has opened up on the possibility of leading the team to a historic win
Ademola Lookman is one of the players leading Atalanta’s Italian Serie A quest this season, and he has opened up about the possibility of winning a historic title.
Lookman caught the world’s attention last season when he scored a hat trick in the UEFA Europa League final to win Atalanta’s first trophy in 61 years.
Ademola Lookman was named the man-of-the-match after scoring the winner for Atalanta against AC Milan. Photo by Image Photo Agency.
Source: Getty Images
The team under Gian Piero Gasperini are full of belief this season as they are currently at the top of the Italian Serie A table after a 2-1 win over AC Milan, their ninth straight league win, as noted by Opta Paolo.
Read also
CAF Player of the Year 2024: DR Congo star names who should win prestigious award
The Bergamo-based fans are already dreaming of winning the Scudetto, which assistant manager Tullio Gritti admitted they are right to be optimistic.
Lookman rates Atalanta’s title chances
Super Eagles forward Lookman is one of the players at the forefront of Atalanta’s charge and scored the winning goal against AC Milan to help them ascend to the top of the table.
In an interview quoted by FC Inter News after his 87th-minute header won their last game against Milan, he embraced the possibility of the Nerazzurri winning their first-ever Scudetto.
“Everything is possible, but we think game by game. This is the right mentality. The team is showing all its strength. The important thing is that we won the game, even if at some moments I felt frustrated,” he said.
If they win, it would be Atalanta’s first-ever title, while Lookman will become the fifth Nigerian to win it after Obafemi Martins, Taribo West, Victor Moses and Victor Osimhen.
Read also
Atalanta president issues update on Lookman’s future after historic goal against AC Milan
Gasperini credits Lookman for Atalanta’s form
Henzodaily.ng reported that Gasperini credited Lookman for inspiring Atalanta’s form after claiming that the Europa League win has instilled belief in the team to win any trophy.
The former Premier League star was the face of the club’s first European trophy win and could lead the team to another history if they go all the way and win the Scudetto.
PAY ATTENTION: Сheck out news that is picked exactly for YOU ➡️ find the “Recommended for you” block on the home page and enjoy!
Source: Henzodaily.ng