Ademola Lookman has talked up Atalanta’s impressive victory over Shakhtar Donetsk, DAILY POST reports.
La Dea defeated their hosts 3-0 in a matchday two encounter on Wednesday.
It was Gian Piero Gasperini’s side’s first win in the UEFA Champions League this season.
“I’m very happy with the victory. I think tonight’s victory was very important for us to make another step, stronger in Europe,” Lookman told Sky Sports.
Atalanta started their campaign in the competition with a 0-0 home draw against Arsenal.
Lookman highlighted the importance of building on the performance against the Gunners.
“I think, especially after our first performance against Arsenal at home, we put on a good performance, and to build up on that tonight and to score the goals and win was very important for us going ahead into the next busy schedule that we have,” he added.
The 26-year-old also expressed gratitude to his teammates for helping him claim the Player of the Match award.
“It’s always nice to receive these awards. I wouldn’t have been able to do that without the team, and the team had a good performance today,” he declared.
Champions League: Lookman reacts to Atalanta’s win, MOTM Award
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