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The Digest:

Atalanta banished the ghosts of a heavy Champions League defeat with a commanding performance, buoyed by the long-awaited return of Nigerian star Ademola Lookman. The Super Eagles forward made his first appearance in four months, coming off the bench to help seal a 3-0 victory over Torino and signal the end of a tense standoff with the club.

Key Points:
  • Lookman entered the match in the 87th minute for his first appearance since May.
  • His return follows a failed summer transfer and reported standoff with the club.
  • Atalanta dominated Torino, taking a 3-0 lead by halftime.
  • Nikola Kristovic scored a brace, while Kamaldeen Sulemana added a goal and an assist.
  • The win comes days after a demoralizing 4-0 Champions League loss to PSG.
  • Lookman’s presence signals a mended relationship and a boost to Atalanta’s attack.
  • The victory helps Atalanta regain momentum in their Serie A campaign.
Lookman’s return marks not just a personal comeback but a symbolic resurgence for a team eager to reclaim its attacking identity and storm back into contention.

Sources: Pulse Sports Nigeria