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AFCON: Ademola Lookman Sends Message To Nigerians After Super Eagles 3-2 Win Over Tunisia

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has addressed Nigerian fans after their 3–2 victory over Tunisia on Saturday night.

Lookman provided two assists and netted one to earn himself the Man of the Match in the 3-2 win over the Carthage Eagles.

Nigeria has made it to the round of sixteen with the win and will play Uganda in a game that is no longer of much importance to the team.

Lookman has been outstanding so far in the competition, having won the game against Tanzania for Eric Chelle’s side.

Speaking after the game against Tunisia, Lookman said, “We’re in the right direction. I think today we’re outstanding from the first half into the second half, and then, you know, they had a spell in which they scored two goals.

“But apart from that, we were very good today.”

Asked if he had any particular message to the  Nigerian fans, he added, “Keep supporting us.

“We really need you. So keep on being behind us. Keep on driving us and yeah, keep supporting us. Thank you.”

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‘Closed issue’ – Atalanta coach confirms Lookman dispute resolved

Atalanta manager Ivan Juric says the disagreement with Ademola Lookman is over following the Nigerian’s return in the 3-0 Serie A victory against Torino.

Lookman made his first appearance of the season as an 87th-minute substitute, ending weeks of speculation over his future.

Rift settled

Juric confirmed after the match that the matter had been resolved, stressing that Lookman had addressed both him and the squad.

“Lookman? That’s a closed issue. The group is solid. He spoke with me and the team on Monday.

“He has a great winning mentality: now we need to get him back physically fit,” Juric told Tuttosport.

Importance to squad

The coach noted the forward’s mindset and reiterated his value to Atalanta, particularly with tough fixtures ahead, including a meeting with Juventus.

Transfer speculation ends

Lookman was linked with a move away in the summer, but the club stood firm on keeping him.

With his reintegration, Juric says the focus is now on football and restoring the player to peak condition.

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Inter end pursuit of Ademola Lookman

Inter Milan have abandoned their move for Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman after negotiations with Atalanta collapsed.

The Nerazzurri are now set to officially notify the player’s camp that the deal is off, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Inter officials are expected to meet Lookman’s representatives within 24 hours to provide clarity, bringing an end to two weeks of stalled discussions.

Club sources also dismissed speculation that Lookman’s situation was tied to Nicola Zalewski’s potential switch from Roma to Atalanta, stressing the two transfers were unrelated.

Lookman, 26, has been instrumental for Atalanta since arriving from RB Leipzig in 2022, impressing both in Serie A and Europe.

He also starred for Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, scoring three goals en route to the Super Eagles’ run to the final.

Inter had viewed him as a versatile option to bolster their forward line, but with negotiations deadlocked, the club will now shift focus to alternative targets before the transfer window closes.

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Transfer: I Won’t Play For You Anymore – Ademola Lookman Dares Atalanta

Ademola Lookman, the Atalanta winger, has effectively gone on strike at the Serie A.

Lookman has reportedly informed La Dea that he will not play for them again.

This comes amid revelations that Inter Milan has set to make a third bid for the Super Eagles star.

Inter have already seen two offers rejected by Atalanta, but they are willing to get close to the asking price.

Nigerian broadcast journalist, Onyebuchi Onokala, also known as Buchi Laba, wrote on X: “100% Confirmed: Inter Milan will make another Offer for Ademola Lookman.

“This 3rd offer will be close to what Atalanta wants.

“Lookman has made it very clear to Atalanta he won’t play for the club anymore. He wants Inter but Atalanta wants to sell him to clubs outside Italy.”

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Lookman Nominated For Serie A Forward of the Year Award

Nigerian star player, Ademola Lookman has been nominated for the Serie A Forward of the Year award.
He was nominated alongside Inter Milan duo, Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram, as well as AC Milan’s Rafael Leao.
Atalanta manager, Gain Piero Gasperini is also in the running for the Coach of the Year award.
Lookman has been in fine form for Atalanta this season.
The 27-year-old has notched eight goals and five assists in 14 appearances across all competitions.
The Nigerian registered 17 goals and 10 assists across all competitions for La Dea last season.
The winger finished 14th in the 2024 Ballon d’or ranking.
He is the overwhelming favourite to win the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year award.
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Ballon d’Or: I Would Vote For Ademola Lookman – Atalanta Coach, Gasperini Says

Gian Piero Gaseperini, the Atalanta manager, has said his Ballon d’Or vote would go to Ademola Lookman.

Lookman is the only African player nominated for the award this year.

The Super Eagles wrote his name in history books, after he scored a hat-trick against Bayer Leverkusen in the Europa League final.

Gasperini has now said that feat is enough for him to vote Lookman.

He told Sky: “My personal Ballon d’Or vote would go to Ademola Lookman.

“His magic skills helped us to win the Europa League.”

The winner of the 2024 Ballon d’Or will be announced on October 28.

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Ademola Lookman Names Most Skillful, Fastest Players In Super Eagles Squad

Ademola Lookman, the Atalanta forward, has named the most skillful and fastest players in the current Super Eagles squad.

In a recent interview with the Counter Attack Podcast, Lookman identified himself, Victor Boniface and Samuel Chukwueze as the most skillful players in the Super Eagles.


“I will say me but if I couldn’t say me, I will have to say Chukwueze and Boniface,” Lookman said.

The 26-year-old also named himself, Bright Osayi-Samuel and Ola Aina as the fastest players in the team.

“Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ola Aina, and I have got to put myself in there,” he added.

Lookman was instrumental for Nigeria in their last two 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda.

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Ballon d’Or: Calvin Bassey Was Jumping When I Told Him – Lookman On Sharing News Of His Nomination

Ademola Lookman, the Super Eagles forward, has revealed that his colleague, Calvin Bassey was the first player he told when he learned about his nomination for the 2024 Ballon d’Or award.

Lookman was recently named among the 30 candidates for this year’s Ballon d’Or.

The Atalanta winger is competing against top players like Vinicius Júnior, Rodri, Jude Bellingham, and Dani Carvajal.

Speaking with the Counter Attack Podcast, Lookman said: “I was on the bus on the way back from training. I saw our handle posted that I have been nominated for the Ballon d’Or. I was a bit surprised.

“Obviously, I am in a room with Calvin Bassey and when I told him, he was just jumping up and down. He was very happy and was like you don’t really understand. That was when I took it in.”

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AFCON 2025 Qualifier: Lookman Reacts To Super Eagles Victory Over Benin Republic

Nigerian footballer, Ademola Lookman has reflected on the Super Eagles’ impressive victory over the Cheetahs of Benin Republic.

Lookman was the hero as the Super Eagles started their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a thrilling 3-0 victory over their neighbour at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Saturday.

The Atalanta winger scored Nigeria’s first and third goal of the game.

The 26-year-old was also named Man of the Match after the game.

Lookman took to the social media to celebrate the team’s victory.

“Take off ⚽️ ⚽️ ✔️” he wrote on X.

The Super Eagles will now shift attention to Tuesday’s away clash with the Amavubi of Rwanda.

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Super Eagles Forward Ademola Lookman Nominated For Ballon d’Or 2024 Award (Full List)

Ademola Lookman, the Super Eagles and Atalanta forward, has been nominated for the 2024 Ballon d’Or award.

Lookman made the award nomination list after his heroics in the Europa League final where he scored a hat-trick as Atalanta defeated Bayer Leverkusen.

Other nominees in the men’s player of the year nomination list includes Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr, Man City’s midfielder Rodri and Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal.

Ademola Lookman only African in full list of Ballon d’Or contenders

Antonio Rudiger – Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe – Real Madrid

Lautaro Martinez – Inter

Ademola Lookman – Atalanta

Alejandro Grimaldo – Bayer Leverkusen

Dani Carvajal – Real Madrid

William Saliba – Arsenal

Lamine Yamal – Barcelona

Bukayo Saka – Arsenal

Hakan Calhanoglu – Inter

Rodri – Man City

Declan Rice- Arsenal

Harry Kane – Bayern Munich

Cole Palmer – Chelsea

Vitinha – PSG

Vinicius Jr – Real Madrid

Martin Odegaard – Arsenal

Dani Olmo – Barcelona

Florian Wirtz – Bayer Leverkusen

Mats Hummels – Roma

Erling Haaland – Man City

Nicolas Williams – Athletic Bilbao

Granit Xhaka – Bayer Leverkusen

Artem Dovbik – Roma

Toni Kroos – Real Madrid

Jude Bellingham – Real Madrid

Phil Foden – Man City

Ruben Dias – Man City

Federico Valverde – Real Madrid

Emiliano Martinez – Aston VIlla

Date of ceremony, awards up for grabs

The main award is set to hold on 28 October at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris.

The following awards will be up for grabs:

The Ballon d’Or – awarded to the best male player

The Ballon d’Or Feminin – awarded to the best female player

The Yashin Trophy – awarded to the best male goalkeeper

The Kopa Trophy – awarded to the best male player under the age of 21

The Gerd Muller Trophy – awarded to the best male striker

The Socrates Award – awarded to one player for their humanitarian work

Men’s club of the year award

Women’s club of the year award

Men’s coach of the year award

Women’s coach of the year award

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