Nigerian international Ademola Lookman found the net for Atletico Madrid on Sunday, but his early strike was not enough as they fell 3-2 to city rivals Real Madrid in a thrilling LaLiga encounter.
Lookman put Atletico ahead in the first half, finishing coolly after connecting with a pinpoint pass to beat the goalkeeper and momentarily hush the home supporters.
Real Madrid responded after halftime, with Vinicius Junior converting a penalty to level the scores. Federico Valverde then pounced on a defensive mistake to give the hosts the lead.
Atletico battled back, drawing level through Nahuel Molina’s thunderous effort from distance, making it 2-2.
The match’s decisive moment came when Vinicius Junior struck again, clinically finishing to restore Real Madrid’s advantage at 3-2—a lead they would not relinquish.
Despite Lookman’s standout contribution and a late red card for Valverde that put Real Madrid down to ten men, Atletico could not make their numerical advantage count as the hosts held on for the win.
This result leaves Atletico ruing missed chances, while Real Madrid’s hard-earned victory boosts their LaLiga title aspirations.
