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Lookman shines as Atalanta beat Frankfurt yesterday!

On a European night in Frankfurt, it was Ademola Lookman who stepped out of the shadows to orchestrate a memorable victory for Atalanta. After a season punctuated by inconsistent form, the Nigerian international chose the grand stage of the UEFA Champions League to rediscover his brilliant best, propelling his team to a commanding 3-0 triumph over Eintracht Frankfurt.

The first half offered little indication of the fireworks to come, with the two sides locked in a stalemate. The deadlock, however, was destined to be broken by Lookman. On the hour mark, he came alive, meeting a perfectly weighted cross from Charles De Ketelaere with a clinical finish from close range. That goal, a spark in the German darkness, seemed to liberate both the player and his team.

But Lookman was not finished. Having been the finisher, he then transformed into the creator, turning provider with a clever play that allowed Éderson to double the advantage. With the victory secured, De Ketelaere added a final flourish with a third goal, sending the traveling Italian supporters into raptures.

This resounding performance does more than just secure three points; it dramatically boosts Atalanta's prospects of automatic qualification for the knockout stages. With ten points from five matches, their fate is now firmly in their own hands.

For Lookman, this night represented a personal renaissance. The goal, only his second in twelve appearances across all competitions, could signal the end of a frustrating period. As the celebrations subside and focus returns to Serie A, the hope for Atalanta will be that this was not just a fleeting moment of magic, but the true awakening of a key asset.