Serie A: Atalanta boss Gasperini admits error in Lookman’s substitution vs Lazio
Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini has admitted that taking off Ademola Lookman during their 1-0 loss to Lazio was a mistake. Lookman was substituted in the 75th minute, but Gasperini said it wasn’t supposed to be him. The coach explained that Brazilian defender Ederson was actually the one who was meant to be subbed out. […]
Serie A: I never wanted to offend Lookman – Gasperini
Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini has cleared the air after his comments on Ademola Lookman’s penalty miss caused controversy. After Atalanta’s home defeat to Club Brugge in the UEFA Europa League, Gasperini criticized Lookman for taking a penalty, calling him “one of the worst penalty takers” he had seen. This upset the Nigerian forward, who […]
Being singled out is disrespectful and hurtful – Lookman hits back at Atalanta coach
Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has spoken out after facing strong criticism from his coach, Gian Piero Gasperini. The manager publicly called Lookman the “worst penalty taker” following Atalanta’s 3-1 loss to Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, February 18. On Wednesday, February 19, Lookman responded with a statement expressing his disappointment. He […]