Super Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman was on the scoresheet for Atletico Madrid in their 4-2 win over Espanyol on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports.
Following his goal against Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League in midweek, Lookman kept his place in the starting lineup as Atletico Madrid welcomed Espanyol to the Estadio Metropolitano.
Atleti entered the match as heavy favorites, given their superior quality and the visitors' wretched winless run since the turn of the year. However, Diego Simeone's men were made to work hard for the points.
Atletico fell behind just six minutes into the tie when Jofre gave Espanyol a shock lead. Atleti hit back through Alexander Sørloth 15 minutes later to ensure the first half ended level.
Four minutes after the restart, Álex Baena struck to put Atletico 2-1 ahead. Then, in the 58th minute, Lookman got his goal. He reacted quickest to a flick from Sørloth off a corner, guiding the ball into the net.
In the 72nd minute, Sørloth rounded off his stellar performance by meeting a cross from Matteo Ruggeri and heading home Atletico’s fourth. Espanyol managed a late consolation goal, but it wasn't enough to prevent the game from ending 4-2 in Atleti's favour.
Lookman played 60 minutes and delivered a highly effective performance. Coach Simeone will be pleased with the Nigerian's growing influence on the team’s attack.
Which Record Did Ademola Lookman Break?
According to OptaJose, Ademola Lookman's goal was his sixth goal contribution for Atletico Madrid. According to the stats, no player aside from Luis Suárez has enjoyed such a prolific start to their career with Los Colchoneros.
4 – Ademola Lookman has scored four goals in his first six appearances with @atletienglish in all competitions, equalling best record in the club taking into account data since 2013/14: Luis Suárez in 2020/21. Bold. pic.twitter.com/swQjrKM0Ba
— OptaJose (@OptaJose) February 21, 2026
Lookman has proven to be a special talent for the Spanish giants, and Simeone will hope he continues this rich vein of form.
Next up for Atletico Madrid is a vital UEFA Champions League Round of 16 playoff against Marseille. Lookman will be eager to help his side claim the win and possible find out their plans afterwards.
