Dele-Bashiru’s thunderbolt, Lookman’s late heroics light up Serie A showdown
Dele-Bashiru and Lookman
Published By: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Lazio and Atalanta delivered a pulsating Serie A clash on Saturday night, ending in a dramatic 1-1 stalemate.
The match had everything: breathtaking goals, fiery moments, and Nigerian stars stealing the spotlight.
The drama began in the 27th minute when Fisayo Dele-Bashiru stunned Atalanta with a sensational volley from the edge of the box.
The Nigerian midfielder latched onto Nicolo Rovella’s perfectly weighted pass, unleashing a rocket that left goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi rooted to the spot. Lazio fans erupted as their side took a 1-0 lead with what could be a contender for Goal of the Season.
Ademola Lookman, determined to script a comeback for Atalanta, was a constant menace. The winger’s blistering pace and deft touches kept Lazio’s defenders on their toes.
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After several close calls, his moment of brilliance came in the 88th minute. Lookman danced past defenders and delivered a pinpoint assist to Marco Brescianini, who slotted the ball into an empty net to equalise. The Atalanta bench exploded with joy as Lookman celebrated passionately.
The final moments of the game were not short on drama. Lookman received a yellow card in the dying seconds for an overzealous challenge, adding to the already intense atmosphere.
Earlier, he had come agonisingly close to scoring, only to see his shot cleared off the line by a desperate Lazio defender.
For Lazio, it’s a bittersweet result as they failed to capitalise on their early dominance. Meanwhile, Atalanta will take heart from their resilience, with Lookman emerging as a standout performer yet again.
