Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has been awarded Atalanta’s Goal of the Month for December 2024, as voted by fans on the club’s social media platforms.
A Memorable Champions League Strike
Lookman clinched the accolade with his spectacular goal against Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League on December 10, earning 46% of the votes. Despite Atalanta’s 3-2 loss, Ademola Lookman’s moment of brilliance stood out.
Receiving a pinpoint cross-field pass from Lazar Samardžić, Lookman displayed exquisite control to glide past Lucas Vázquez.
Pay Attention: Get the best tips from our Bet of the day
With a composed right-footed finish, he nutmegged a defender and curled the ball past Thibaut Courtois into the near post—a strike that showcased his technical quality and calm under pressure.
Tough Competition
Lookman’s goal edged out Charles De Ketelaere’s decisive strike against Empoli in Serie A, which garnered 38% of the votes.
De Ketelaere’s effort highlighted his clinical instincts in Atalanta’s hard-fought 3-2 victory.
Other finalists included Tommaso Del Lungo’s creative backheel goal for the U23 team against Padova, which secured third place, and Andrea Bonanomi’s impressive solo goal for the Primavera team against Juventus, which came in fourth.
