Ademola Lookman etched his name into the history books on Tuesday night, becoming the first Nigerian to score in four consecutive UEFA Champions League matches.
However, his record-breaking achievement was overshadowed by Atalanta’s 3-1 defeat to Club Brugge, which sealed their elimination from the competition.
Coming off the bench with Atalanta trailing 3-0, Lookman made an immediate impact, finding the back of the net in the 46th minute to offer a glimmer of hope.
His goal marked yet another milestone in his European campaign, having previously scored against VFB Stuttgart, Real Madrid, and Sturm Graz.
Despite his heroics, Lookman’s night took a disappointing turn when he missed a penalty later in the match, failing to further close the gap for Gian Piero Gasperini’s side.
Though Atalanta’s Champions League journey has come to an end, Lookman’s achievement solidifies his place in Nigerian football history.
The 27-year-old will now turn his focus back to domestic competitions, aiming to continue his impressive form for the Italian club.