Ademola Lookman: 'We Proved We Can Compete Even Against Real Madrid!'
Atalanta's forward, Ademola Lookman, expresses pride in his team's performance despite a narrow 3-2 defeat to Real Madrid, highlighting their ability to challenge top-tier teams.
In a closely contested Champions League group stage match, Atalanta faced a 3-2 defeat against Real Madrid at home. Despite the loss, forward Ademola Lookman expressed pride in his team's resilience and competitiveness. Speaking to Sky Sport Italia, Lookman remarked, "It was a tough game. They sought to create opportunities and succeeded. We knew the style of play we would face. We were unfortunate, but we hold our heads high after this loss."
Lookman acknowledged the team's mixed emotions, stating, "We are disappointed with the result because we felt we could have performed better, but at the same time, we are proud. We showed that we can fight against a team full of champions like Real Madrid." He emphasized the importance of learning from the experience, adding, "There were moments where we could have done better, but I believe standing up to Real today is significant for our growth."
Looking ahead, Lookman urged his teammates to maintain focus, saying, "We shouldn't be too disheartened by what happened and the result because we are in the Champions League and have performed very well in Serie A. We must continue on the path we have taken."