Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman scored twice as Atalanta secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Empoli in Serie A, reigniting their title aspirations. The win at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo saw Atalanta close the gap on league leaders Inter Milan and second-place Napoli.
Just a month ago, the Serie A title race seemed to be a two-way contest between Napoli and Inter Milan. However, inconsistent performances from both teams have allowed Atalanta to emerge as strong contenders. With this victory, Atalanta now has 54 points, just three behind Inter and two adrift of Napoli, with 12 matches remaining in the season.
Lookman’s standout performance was a strong response to recent criticism from head coach Gian Piero Gasperini, who had labeled him as one of the worst penalty takers he had ever seen after a missed penalty against Club Brugge. The Nigerian international silenced his critics with a clinical display, showcasing his attacking prowess and contributing significantly to Atalanta’s commanding win.
The victory keeps Atalanta firmly in the title race and highlights Lookman’s importance to the team as they push for their first-ever Serie A title.
