Champions League: Ademola Lookman sends Atlético to the semi-finals

Africa 14 April 2026 at 18:17

Nouya M'toama

News Editor

Thanks to a decisive goal from Ademola Lookman, Atlético Madrid have booked their ticket to the Champions League semi-finals, despite a 2-1 defeat to FC Barcelona in the second leg.

Signed in January, Ademola Lookman continues to make a big impression in Atlético Madrid's colors. The Nigerian striker netted the crucial goal that propels Los Colchoneros to this historic milestone.

Now with six goals in the Champions League wearing the Madrid shirt, Lookman has confirmed his immediate impact and status as a game-changing signing in this European campaign.

A Barça effort falls short despite victory

In the return leg, FC Barcelona claimed a 2-1 win, but it simply wasn't enough. Having lost 2-0 in the first leg at Camp Nou, the Catalans exit the competition with an aggregate score of 3-2 in Atlético's favor. Despite a late surge, Barça paid a heavy price for their lack of efficiency across both matches.

With this qualification, the Madrid club returns to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals for the first time since 2017. Driven by a rock-solid team and a clutch Lookman in key moments, Atlético can now dream even bigger in this year's tournament.