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Nigeria: 'We Got That Energy From Our Fans' - Lookman Speaks On Atlético's Demolition of Barcelona

Ademola Lookman scored one goal and assisted another as Atlético Madrid dominated Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg, showing strong team performance.

  • On Thursday, Atlético Madrid recorded a 4-0 win at the Metropolitano in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against FC Barcelona.
  • Simeone's pre-match message set the tone for an intense start as Atlético Madrid responded with high intensity, aware of the stakes at the Wanda Metropolitano.
  • In the sixth minute, Eric García scored an own goal, giving Atlético a quick lead, then Griezmann made it 2-0 in the 14th minute and Lookman scored at 33 minutes, assisting Álvarez before halftime.
  • The result leaves Atlético with a commanding lead going into the return after a first-half demolition, but players urged focus for the Camp Nou leg.
  • Credit also went to the Metropolitano crowd, which Lookman singled out after the match, saying `We got that energy from our fans tonight, they were amazing, so we are glad.
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The Atlético de Madrid endorsed a severe correction (4-0) to FC Barcelona in the semifinals of the Copa del Rey. Despite the bulging score, the culés protested some controversial actions, such as a goal cancelled to Cubarsí out of play and the expulsion, in the final minutes, of Eric García, unbelieving after the game. "The first part has been hard for us. Obviously the first goal is an incredible misfortune. Then they have gone more intrusive, …

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The Atlético Madrid inflicted a humiliating attack on FC Barcelona in the semifinals of the King's Cup, with a final score of 4-0.

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Barcelona is on the verge of elimination after losing 4-0 with the Atltico de Madrid in the Ida de las Semifinales of the Copa del Rey.

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