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LaLiga: Lookman scores as Atlético end winless run with Espanyol victory

Sports • Feb 22
LaLiga: Lookman scores as Atlético end winless run with Espanyol victory
Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman continued his fine start at Atlético Madrid, scoring a crucial goal as the Spanish side secured a 4-2 win over RCD Espanyol at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano on Saturday. The victory ended Atlético’s three-game winless run in LaLiga and extended their lead over fifth-placed Real Betis to six points. Espanyol stunned the hosts early, taking the lead in the opening minutes when Tyrhys Dolan’s cross found Jofre Carreras, who finished neatly at the near post. Atlético responded steadily, with Antoine Griezmann and Matteo Ruggeri going close, but it was Marcos Llorente’s build-up play that set up Alexander Sorloth for the equaliser, volleying home past the keeper. After halftime, Atlético’s pressure paid off quickly. Álex Baena assisted Giuliani Simeone for the...
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