Ademola Lookman

Analysis: Lookman let Atletico's two best second-half chances slip in Wednesday's 1-1 Champions League semifinal first-leg draw with Arsenal, first cooking William Saliba on the move but hitting a soft shot right at David Raya, then losing his footing as he broke into the box on another dangerous counter just moments later. Outside of those misses, he still impacted the game by linking play and stretching Arsenal's shape with his direct runs, finishing with two completed dribbles, four shots (two on target) and putting in work defensively with two tackles won and two interceptions. Lookman now sits on three goals and three assists in 14 Champions League appearances (12 starts) this season split between Atalanta and Atletico.

Apr 29, 2026

Starting to face Arsenal

Lookman (adductor) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Arsenal.

Analysis: Lookman was already training Monday, and that has led to his return against Arsenal, fit enough for the starting XI immediately. He played a pretty big role in the quarter-finals and will likely see a similar role against the Gunners, a dynamic attacker who will find his chances. He has recorded two goals and one assist in seven UCL appearances (six starts) with the club, as one of the goals came in their last UCL contest.

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