Ademola Lookman has hailed his fellow team members despite suffering a 3-2 defeat to defending champions Real Madrid.
Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman believes his team’s impressive display demonstrated their ability to compete with the best.
The Nigerian forward, who scored Atalanta’s second goal and earned Man of the Match honors, expressed pride in his team’s performance.
In a post-match interview, Lookman acknowledged that Real Madrid’s clinical finishing proved to be the difference between the two teams.
“Tough game, they took their chances when they had them. We knew what type of game it would be, we were unlucky, but we have our heads held high,” he said.
Lookman’s goal and overall performance were notable highlights in an intense and closely contested match.
Although Atalanta ultimately fell short, their display against the reigning UEFA Champions League winners showcased their resilience and determination.
The defeat marked Atalanta’s first loss in the Champions League this season, but Ademola Lookman emphasized that the team’s spirits remain high.
“We are disappointed with the result because we felt we could have done more, but there is also pride,” he added, reflecting on the team’s overall performance.
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