Ademola Lookman scored twice to lead Atalanta to a 2-0 victory over Napoli at the Estadio Diego Armando Maradona. His performance has sparked speculation among Nigerians, who believe he may have had a personal motive in his standout display, particularly in light of the way Napoli treated fellow Nigerian Victor Osimhen.
After scoring his second goal, Lookman’s celebration raised eyebrows, as it appeared to hint at a deeper sentiment toward Napoli. Though he quickly tried to compose himself, many Nigerians interpreted the gesture as a subtle message, suggesting that Lookman’s motivation went beyond just helping his team to victory.
The connection to Osimhen, who has faced mistreatment from Napoli fans and officials in recent months, has led to widespread speculation. While Lookman’s goals secured an important win for Atalanta, his celebration seemed to reflect the broader feelings within the Nigerian football community towards Napoli.
