Atalanta manager explains why Lookman was substituted for the second straight game
Published: October 24, 2024
Speaking after Atalanta's goalless draw against Celtic in a UEFA Champions League encounter at Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo on Wednesday, manager Gian Piero Gasperini explained the reason behind his decision to substitute Ademola Lookman for the second straight match.The Nigeria international was replaced at halftime in h...
UCL: Brendan Rodgers reveals what he told Lookman after Celtic's goalless draw against Atalanta
Published: October 23, 2024
Scottish Premiership giants Celtic proved that they are a mentally strong side, earning a point on the road against Atalanta on Wednesday evening, after the demolition they suffered at the hands of  Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League a few weeks ago. Mario Pašalić had most of the opportunities to give t...
Brendan Rodgers reveals how close he came to bringing Atalanta dazzler Lookman to Celtic
Published: October 23, 2024
Manager Brendan Rodgers has revealed how close he came to bringing Ademola Lookman to Celtic in his first spell in charge of the Hoops.The Northern Irishman has been keeping tabs on the Atalanta dazzler since he was a schoolboy at Charlton Athletic.Lookman was once one of the most highly sought after talents in the Eng...
'Wasn't a punishment': AC Milan coach clarifies decision to bring on Chukwueze for Rafael Leao
Published: October 23, 2024
AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca provided clarity on his tactical decision to substitute Rafael Leao for Samuel Chukwueze during his team's 3-1 victory over Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League.The match saw Milan take the lead through Christian Pulisic in the 34th minute, but Club Brugge equalized early in the secon...
Alessandro Marcandalli: Talented CB becomes third Nigerian to make Serie A debut for Genoa in 2024-25
Published: October 21, 2024
Alessandro Marcandalli has become the third youngster of Nigerian descent to make his Italian Serie A debut for Genoa in the ongoing season, allnigeriasoccer.com reports. The talented central defender committed his future to Genoa by putting pen to paper on a new contract last week, keeping him at the club until June ...
Team news: AC Milan's match-winner against Udinese, Chukwueze will not start UCL tie with Club Brugge
Published: October 21, 2024
AC Milan coach Paulo Fonseca has decided to drop Samuel Chukwueze to the bench for his side's UEFA Champions League clash with Club Brugge on Tuesday night despite proving decisive this past weekend.The Super Eagles forward scored the only goal for the Rossoneri during their 1-0 victory over Udinese in the Serie A matc...
'He wasn't playing for the team' - Atalanta coach explains why birthday boy Lookman was replaced
Published: October 20, 2024
Atalanta kicked off their challenging stretch of seven games in twenty-two days in the best way possible, beating Venezia 2-0, with a goal in both halves, at the Pier Luigi Penzo Stadium on Sunday.Mario Pasalic needed less than seven minutes to break the deadlock, firing the ball into the roof of the net from close ran...
AC Milan coach reveals why Super Eagles winger with more career goals than assists started over Leao
Published: October 20, 2024
AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca provided insight into his decision to start Nigeria national teamer Samuel Chukwueze over Portuguese star Rafael Leao in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Udinese.Chukwueze not only started the match but also scored the game's only goal, showcasing his talent and earning the Man of the Match...
After injury scare on Super Eagles duty, Chukwueze opens season account against Okoye's Udinese
Published: October 19, 2024
Samuel Chukwueze opened his goalscoring account for the 2024-2025 season as AC Milan defeated Maduka Okoye's Udinese 1-0 in a Serie A clash at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on Saturday evening.Chukwueze shook off an injury scare to be available for selection against the Bianconeri.The former Villarreal dazzler was one of the ...
What AC Milan coach said about the possibility of Chukwueze playing together with Pulisic
Published: October 19, 2024
AC Milan coach Paulo Fonseca has had his say on whether Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze can play alongside Christian Pulisic.Chukwueze has played second fiddle to the former Chelsea forward since he arrived at the San Siro last summer, with the latter getting the nod over the former under former Rossoneri manager...
After pulling out of Afconq in Libya due to injury, AC Milan's Chukwueze in contention to face Udinese
Published: October 18, 2024
Samuel Chukwueze has made a swift recovery from his injury and in contention to be named in AC Milan's gameday squad on Saturday evening when they take on Udinese at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in Milano. According to Turin-based sports daily Tuttosport, via Milan News, Chukwueze will be available for selection after o...
Push for Serie A title: Former Italian goalkeeper reveals Lookman is Atalanta's decisive player
Published: October 16, 2024
Former Italian goalkeeper Simone Braglia has backed Ademola Lookman to help Atalanta push for the Serie A title.After helping the Bergamo-based side scoop the UEFA Europa League crown last season, the Super Eagles forward has emerged as one of their most important players.  He tried to force an exit in the summer but ...
What to expect as Juventus face Lazio in first game after international break
Published: October 15, 2024
We are heading to Turin where Juventus will host Lazio in a game from the 8th round of the Serie A. Our advice is to keep up with us and our best soccer tips today. Let’s get to work!Juventus are the only unbeaten team in Italy so far, but they need to step up their game - Thiago Motta’s team made four draws in the...
Lookman wins award in Italy ahead of Super Eagles 2025 Afcon qualifier against Libya
Published: October 13, 2024
Ademola Lookman has won an award in Italy ahead of Nigeria's upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Libya's Mediterranean Knights.The Charlton Athletic academy product and his international teammates flew out to Benghazi on Sunday, two days before the matchday four fixture. Europa League holders ...
Atalanta boss reveals why Lookman should win the Ballon d'Or ahead of Vinicius Jr, Rodri, Bellingham, Yamal
Published: October 12, 2024
Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini has expressed strong support for Ademola Lookman, backing the Nigerian forward to clinch the prestigious Ballon d'Or ahead of the top contenders.In September, Ademola Lookman was nominated as one of the 30 contenders for the 2024 Ballon d'Or, recognizing his significant contributio...