Atletico Madrid: Ademola Lookman scores a brace on his pre-season debut

29.07.26 FT Club Friendlies

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A blazing start for Ademola Lookman. The African Ballon d'Or winner wasted no time opening his account in his very first pre-season game. Against Getafe, Atlético powered to a 4-1 win, with Lookman emerging as man of the match.

A brace to kick off pre-season

Handed a starting spot by Diego Simeone, the Super Eagle was razor-sharp. Lookman bagged a brace and looked right at home in the Colchoneros' attacking setup. Quick, available, and clinical in front of goal, the 28-year-old striker set the tone. Atlético turned on the style, sealing an emphatic 4-1 win ahead of the La Liga opener.

Promising signs for what's ahead

The €35M transfer is already proving its worth on the pitch. Since his arrival in February 2026 for 35 million euros from Atalanta, Lookman has netted 9 goals—4 in La Liga, 2 in the Champions League, and in the Copa del Rey, including a standout performance against Barcelona.

In this match, he looked sharp from start to finish and quickly slotted into the team dynamic. This 4-1 win over Getafe is the perfect launchpad for Atlético's pre-season. For the Nigerian, it’s an early statement ahead of his first full campaign in Madrid. After being crowned African Ballon d'Or, he’s eager to prove himself in Spain and help the Colchoneros challenge for top honors in a league often dominated by Real Madrid and FC Barcelona.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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