Lookman ends six‑match drought to help Atletico beat United

Goal‑free spell broken Ademola Lookman, the Nigerian striker for Atletico Madrid, found the net for the second time in the club’s Champions League campaign after a six‑match drought that had left him without a goal in all competitions.

The goal came in the second half of the 2‑0 victory over Manchester United at the Wanda Metropolitano on Tuesday night. Lookman, who had been on the bench, converted a rebound after a parried shot from Jonathan Davies, with the ball finding the back of the net after a quick reaction.

Manager’s pep talk Before entering the field, Atletico boss Diego Simeone instructed Lookman to bring energy to the match and support his teammates both defensively and offensively. The Argentine coach later described the forward as a “very important player” with strong statistics and a knack for one‑on‑one situations.

Simeone acknowledged that Lookman had not yet reached a stage of consistent performance, but praised his instinctive play and the rebound that proved decisive for the win.

Impact on the team The win was crucial for Atletico’s Champions League campaign, giving the club a 2‑0 advantage over the English side. Lookman’s contribution helped the team secure the necessary victory to keep their hopes of progressing in the competition alive.

Looking ahead, Atletico will face Espanyol in their next LaLiga match on Saturday afternoon, a game that will test the squad’s ability to maintain momentum after the recent triumph.

Looking forward With the goal drought ended, Lookman expressed relief and excitement about returning to form. The Nigerian international is keen to build on the success and contribute more consistently for Atletico in the coming fixtures.

The club’s management and supporters will be watching closely to see if the striker can sustain his newfound scoring touch and help the team in both domestic and European competitions.