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Lookman responds to criticism with two goals at Empoli

Ademola Lookman delivered a stunning performance, scoring twice as Atalanta thrashed Empoli 5-0 in a commanding response to recent criticism from coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

After a midweek penalty controversy, Lookman returned to the starting lineup and played a crucial role in the dominant victory.

Davide Zappacosta opened the scoring with a deflected cross before Lookman set up Mateo Retegui for Atalanta’s second goal.

The Nigerian forward then showcased his skill with a brilliant solo strike before halftime and added a second with a calm finish after the break. Zappacosta wrapped up the emphatic win with a late goal.

Despite the convincing result, tensions lingered as Lookman appeared to avoid shaking hands with Gasperini after being substituted.

The victory moves Atalanta within two points of second-placed Napoli, keeping them firmly in the title race.

Idoko Dennis

Idoko Dennis is a creative videographer/drone pilot and sport writer. He heads the sport desk and deputizes the head of Idoma TV

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