Lookman Nets Brace After Criticism as Atalanta Thrash Empoli

• Ademola Lookman scores twice as Atalanta thrash Empoli 5-0.
• The Nigerian forward responds to recent criticism with a standout performance.
• Atalanta move within two points of Napoli, staying in the Serie A title race.

Ademola Lookman delivered a stunning performance, scoring twice as Atalanta thrashed Empoli 5-0 in a commanding response to recent criticism from coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

After a midweek penalty controversy, Lookman returned to the starting lineup and played a crucial role in the dominant victory.

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Davide Zappacosta opened the scoring with a deflected cross before Lookman set up Mateo Retegui for Atalanta’s second goal. The Nigerian forward then showcased his skill with a brilliant solo strike before halftime and added a second with a calm finish after the break. Zappacosta wrapped up the emphatic win with a late goal.

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Despite the convincing result, tensions lingered as Lookman appeared to avoid shaking hands with Gasperini after being substituted.

The victory moves Atalanta within two points of second-placed Napoli, keeping them firmly in the title race.

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