Ademola Lookman Magic: Super Eagles Star Bags Key Assist in Atletico Madrid Win

If you thought Ademola Lookman’s explosive start to preseason was a one-off, think again. The Nigerian international proved once more why he is fast becoming the beating heart of Los Colchoneros’ attack, delivering a clutch assist to inspire a thrilling comeback win against Marseille.

Playing in a hostile atmosphere at the Orange Velodrome on Friday evening, Diego Simeone’s men found themselves on the back foot early on.

The host club struck first in the 22nd minute when Igor Paixão slotted home a right-footed effort from close range to give Les Phocéens a deserved lead.

However, the lead didn’t last long thanks to some magic from Nigeria’s top attacker.

Seventeen minutes after the opening goal, Lookman unlocked the opposition defense with a precision pass into the box.

Rodrigo Mendoza latched onto the feed and buried a right-footed shot into the bottom left corner to level the scoreline.

The Super Eagles forward put in a relentless 70-minute shift before making way for Jorge Castillo.

Shortly after his departure, Marseille introduced another Nigerian talent, Tochukwu Nnadi, who came on to replace Angel Gomes in the 76th minute.

Just two minutes after Nnadi’s arrival, Los Rojiblancos struck the decisive blow. Carlos Martin capitalised on a defensive opening to slot home the winner, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory for the Spanish giants.

With consecutive standout performances under his belt, the former Atalanta star is sending a clear message across Europe: he is ready to dominate the upcoming season.