Ademola Lookman, forward for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, is on the brink of making history by potentially becoming the fourth Nigerian player to win the UEFA Super Cup. Lookman’s Atalanta is set to face Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup showdown in Poland tonight, August 14, at 8 p.m.

Lookman has been instrumental in Atalanta’s journey, playing a key role in their first European title victory with a Europa League win in May. His hat-trick against Bayer Leverkusen was pivotal in securing the team’s second major trophy in 117 years, a significant achievement for the club.

Despite numerous offers from European and Saudi Arabian clubs, Atalanta has managed to retain the 26-year-old Nigerian international. The upcoming match against Real Madrid, who are seeking their sixth UEFA Super Cup title, promises to be a significant challenge.

Should Lookman help Atalanta secure victory, he would join an exclusive group of Nigerian players who have won the UEFA Super Cup. The only other Nigerians to have achieved this feat are Nwankwo Kanu, Finidi George, and Celestine Babayaro.

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In a pre-match interview, Lookman shared his excitement and determination, saying, “It’s not just me, but the whole squad is excited about the occasion. We deserve to be here through our hard work and perseverance. Wednesday night is another chance to show that.”

He acknowledged the strength of Real Madrid, noting, “Madrid is a top team with top players. There’s no ideal time to face them. They have their strengths, but we also have quality.”

Lookman also expressed gratitude for the support from fans, adding, “We’re very pleased to have our fans here, and we’ll do everything in our power to win the game. We’re all looking forward to working hard.”

Although Real Madrid is favored to win the 2024 UEFA Super Cup, the record shows that Champions League winners have not always dominated this one-off title match, with UCL winners claiming only 28 of the 48 editions. This gives Lookman and Atalanta a promising chance to defy the odds.