Atlético Madrid Vs Espanyol: Lookman sets record in 4-2 win
The atlético madrid vs espanyol contest ended 4-2 on Saturday as Ademola Lookman marked another strong display for Atletico Madrid. Lookman’s goal was part of a win built on a brace from Alexander Sørloth and strikes from Giuliano Simeone and Lookman, delivered at home for Diego Simeone’s side.
Atlético Madrid Vs Espanyol reaction
The home victory came after a brace from Alexander Sørloth and a goal each from Giuliano Simeone and Lookman, giving Diego Simeone’s side the 4-2 success against Espanyol. The result left supporters and the club focused on the attacking returns that produced four goals on the day.
How the four goals came
Alexander Sørloth supplied two goals in the match, while Giuliano Simeone and Ademola Lookman added one apiece, accounting for Atletico Madrid’s four strikes. The scoreline read 4-2 in favour of the hosts at the end of the contest with Espanyol.
Lookman’s record and numbers
OptaJose data show that Lookman has scored four goals in his first six appearances in all competitions for Atletico Madrid, equalling the best record at the club when considering data since 2013/14: Luis Suárez achieved the same in 2020/21. The Nigerian international has been described in match coverage as outstanding so far for the Spanish LaLiga giants.
Transfer and Champions League focus
Lookman moved to Atletico Madrid from Serie A side Atalanta in the January transfer window. He will now hope to lead Atletico Madrid to victory when they host Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second leg playoffs on Tuesday. Atletico Madrid played a 3-3 draw against Club Brugge in the first leg last week, and Lookman was on the scoresheet in that match.
Other headlines and reactions
Alongside the match report, related headlines listed in the coverage included: LaLiga: Why we lost to Osasuna – Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa; LaLiga: Rashford faces Barcelona permanent transfer setback after Carrick’s Man Utd decision; LaLiga: Simeone reveals two special qualities that set Lookman apart from other forwards; Lookman proud to make Atletico Madrid UCL bow; UCL: Ademola Lookman makes history after Atletico Madrid’s 3-3 draw with Club Brugge; and UCL: ‘They now have Lookman’ – Club Brugge legend, Van der Elst worried over Atletico Madrid attack.
Saturday’s 4-2 home win reinforced the role Lookman has begun to play for Diego Simeone’s side and set the tone ahead of the decisive Champions League second leg on Tuesday.
