Ademola Lookman has reflected on Atletico Madrid’s Copa del Rey victory over Barcelona, reports Completesports.com.
Atletico Madrid thrashed Hansi Flick’s side 4-0 in the first leg of their semi-final tie at the Metropolitano Stadium on Thursday night.
Lookman played a big role in the win, scoring and also providing an assist.
Lookman Celebrates Big Win
“I’m very, very happy. Of course, it’s nice to score, but I think the performance of the team was top tonight. In both boxes we were clinical, and we showed togetherness today that was impeccable,” Lookman told Sporty TV.
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“We got that energy from our fans tonight, they were amazing, so we are glad.
“You always want to score as an attacker, always looking to get into dangerous positions, so I just try to be there at the right moment at the right time.”
Barcelona will host Diego Simeone’s side in the second leg on Tuesday, 3 March.
Keeping Winning Momentum
Lookman said it is important for Atletico to keep the same mindset going into the game.
“Of course, it’s a big victory. But we have a few more games in between before we play them away, so we must keep the same mindset and the same focus in those matches, which will take us to the other semi final. We are looking forward to the days ahead,”added the Nigeria international.
By Adeboye Amosu
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2 goals in 3 games for someone who is not a no 9 is massive….But it took a certain no 9 like 8 games before he started scoring in a tolotolo league….