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Assists equalizer Tuesday Lookman assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Lookman subbed onto the pitch at halftime Tuesday and immediately made an impact, assisted Julian Alvarez's goal in the 47th minute. It was one of two chances he created in the match and it marked his second goal contribution in his three UCL bench appearances this season. Next up in the UCL he faces a very difficult matchup versus Bayern Munich on Nov. 3.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores on lone shot Lookman scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 2-0 victory against Manchester United.

Impact Lookman took a single shot during Tuesday's win, but it was all that he needed. The attacker finished efficiently and did everything his club needed to come away with the win. Lookman remains a big part of the attack, and if he can keep scoring efficiently he could an even larger role.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Barrios scores in under a minute for Atletico, honors Koke after mother's death

Atletico Madrid players have dedicated the team’s 2-0 win over Manchester United in the Champions League to team captain Jorge “Koke” Resurrección, whose mother died Tuesday mornin...

OCTOBER 13 • Associated Press

Could see less playing time Lookman has played 460 league minutes for Atletico Madrid this season and has scored one goal, remaining a regular starter for coach Diego Simeone, although the addition of Jonatha...

Impact Lookman has remained a consistent presence in Atletico's attack, though the arrival of Jonathan David has increased competition for minutes up front. He has not missed time to injury and continues to feature regularly even as David has emerged as a key scoring option with goals in three straight league matches. His role could see some rotation manage going forward given the growing depth in attack.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Doubles lead on Saturday Lookman scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win against Sevilla.

Impact Lookman doubled the lead in the 26th minute with a craftly powerful near-post finish assisted by Pablo Barrios. Lookman recorded 26 passes, completed two dribbles and also made an interception. This was his first goal of the campaign.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico wins without Álvarez, Elversberg beats Leverkusen in 1st ever Bundesliga match

Julián Álvarez was not even on the bench as Atletico Madrid strolled to a 3-1 win at Sevilla

AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Claims all three points Lookman scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating two chances during Sunday's 1-0 win over Girona.

Impact Lookman found the back of the net in the 21st minute scoring the lone goal of the match. The attacker has combined for two goals, seven shots, six chances created and five crosses over his last three starts.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Converts penalty Lookman scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Osasuna.

Impact Lookman converted a first half penalty Tuesday to give Atletico Madrid an early lead in their eventual 2-1 victory over Osasuna. Across his last five appearances (five starts) in all competitions, the attacker has scored twice and averaged 2.6 shots attempts per appearance. Through 18 appearances (14 starts) in all competitions with Atletico Madrid, Lookman has played the full 90 minutes once.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Real Betis returns to Champions League after 20 years

Real Betis is back in the Champions League after a 20-year absence

MAY 12 • Associated Press

Atletico Madrid player ratings vs Arsenal: Ademola Lookman proves a liability while Julian Alvarez goes missing and Giuliano Simeone wastes golden opportunity as shot-shy Rojiblancos come up short in Champions League semi-final

Atletico Madrid once again came up short in the Champions League as they suffered a 1-0 loss at Arsenal on Tuesday that meant they succumbed...

MAY 5 • goal

Atletico Madrid player ratings vs Arsenal: Ademola Lookman proves a liability while Julian Alvarez goes missing and Giuliano Simeone wastes golden opportunity as shot-shy Rojiblancos come up short in Champions League semi-final

Attempts four shots in draw Lookman registered four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Arsenal.

Impact Lookman let Atletico's two best second-half chances slip in Wednesday's 1-1 Champions League semifinal first-leg draw with Arsenal, first cooking William Saliba on the move but hitting a soft shot right at David Raya, then losing his footing as he broke into the box on another dangerous counter just moments later. Outside of those misses, he still impacted the game by linking play and stretching Arsenal's shape with his direct runs, finishing with two completed dribbles, four shots (two on target) and putting in work defensively with two tackles won and two interceptions. Lookman now sits on three goals and three assists in 14 Champions League appearances (12 starts) this season split between Atalanta and Atletico.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Starting to face Arsenal Lookman (adductor) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Lookman was already training Monday, and that has led to his return against Arsenal, fit enough for the starting XI immediately. He played a pretty big role in the quarter-finals and will likely see a similar role against the Gunners, a dynamic attacker who will find his chances. He has recorded two goals and one assist in seven UCL appearances (six starts) with the club, as one of the goals came in their last UCL contest.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal and Atletico exchange penalty goals in 1-1 draw in 1st leg of Champions League semifinals

Atletico Madrid and Arsenal have drawn 1-1 in the first leg of the Champions League semifinals

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Lookman a doubt for Atletico ahead of Champions League semifinal against Arsenal. Eze set to return

Atletico Madrid could be without striker Ademola Lookman when it takes on Arsenal looking to return to the Champions League final for the first time in a decade

APRIL 28 • Associated Press

Trains Monday, should return Lookman (adductor) was back training with the team Monday, just two days before Wednesday's Champions League semifinal first leg against Arsenal and should be an option, according...

Impact Lookman had been following a personalized recovery program since suffering adductor discomfort during the Copa del Rey final against Real Sociedad, and his return to collective sessions is a timely boost for Atletico heading into the Metropolitano showdown. The Nigerian winger has been one of the most impactful players at the club since joining in the winter window, contributing seven goals and four assists and showing up in the biggest moments including against Barcelona in the Champions League and Real Madrid at the Bernabeu. Getting him fit gives manager Simeone much more firepower to take on Arsenal on Wednesday.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with adductor issue Lookman was forced off in the 62nd minute of Saturday's Copa del Rey final defeat against Real Sociedad after feeling a sharp pain in his adductor, with the club set to assess him...

Impact Lookman had been one of Atletico's best performers in the first half before the issue struck, and the early exit raises real concerns over his availability for Wednesday's clash against Elche. The Nigerian winger has been decent since joining the Colchoneros, with four goals and one assist in 14 appearances across all competitions, making his potential absence a significant blow for coach Diego Simeone's side. Nicolas Gonzalez is expected to take on a larger role on the left wing if Lookman cannot be cleared in time, with the club anxiously awaiting Monday's scan results before setting a clearer picture on his timeline.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Bags series clinching goal Lookman scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-1 loss versus Barcelona.

Impact Lookman would be one of the heroes of Tuesday's match, as the attacker would score the only goal of the match for Atletico, enough to win the tie and advance them to the semifinals. He continues to show his worth since the transfer and is now a huge part of their UCL success, with two goals and one assist in six UCL appearances with Atletico.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico Madrid withstands Barcelona's early blitz to reach the Champions League semifinals

Atletico Madrid has held on after an early charge by Barcelona to reach the Champions League semifinals for the first time in nearly a decade

APRIL 14 • Associated Press

One shot Wednesday Lookman had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus Barcelona.

Impact Lookman was not the most productive in Wednesday's match, but was enough of a distraction to help his team, with his one shot and a chance created being his best moments. This comes after he was unused last match against Barcelona, appearing to be saving him for UCL play. He will now look for a bit more work in the return leg, although his club will be more focused on keeping the lead rather than scoring more.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opener Lookman scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Real Madrid.

Impact Lookman netted the opener in the 33rd minute, cleverly assisted by Giuliano Simeone. Lookman also won two duels. He has now stared five times after his move from Atalanta and netted twice.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid player ratings vs Atletico Madrid: Vinicius Jr provides the derby-day double while Fede Valverde impresses again despite red card to keep title race alive

Vinicius Jr scored twice while Federico Valverde again found the net as Real Madrid saw off Atletico Madrid, 3-2, in a frantic derby on Sund...

MARCH 22 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Atletico Madrid: Vinicius Jr provides the derby-day double while Fede Valverde impresses again despite red card to keep title race alive

Vinícius scores twice to lead Real Madrid to a pulsating 3-2 win over Atletico in La Liga

Vinícius Júnior has scored twice to lead 10-man Real Madrid to a pulsating 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid and keep in touch with La Liga leader Barcelona

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

Assists Wednesday Lookman assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur. In addition, he was given...

Impact Lookman assisted Julian Alvarez's goal in the 47th minute, a crucial moment which briefly halted Spurs' momentum and ultimately earned Atletico a place in the Champions League quarterfinal. It was one of two chances Lookman created, and he also put one shot on target. He now has two goal contributions across four UCL appearances for Atletico, after recording three in seven appearances for Atalanta earlier this season.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé doubtful as Real Madrid aims to bounce back from shock La Liga loss

Real Madrid will aim to bounce back from a shock La Liga loss that cost it the league lead when it hosts Getafe on Monday

FEBRUARY 26 • Associated Press

No Mourinho and Prestianni for Benfica in Champions League match against Real Madrid

There won’t be another confrontation between Vinícius Júnior and Gianluca Prestianni in the Champions League this week

FEBRUARY 23 • Associated Press

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