Ademola Lookman scored an impressive hat-trick as Atalanta defeated Bayer Leverkusen 3-0, bringing an end to Xabi Alonso’s team’s unbeaten streak.

In a stunning display of skill and precision, Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC secured his place in football history by scoring a remarkable hat-trick in the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 final match against Bayer 04 Leverkusen. The Dublin Arena was witness to this extraordinary feat on May 22, 2024, as Lookman celebrated his team’s third goal with his ecstatic teammates.

Atalanta BC’s victory not only secured them the coveted Europa League trophy, but it also shattered Bayer Leverkusen’s dreams of achieving an invincible Treble. The Italians’ 3-0 triumph sent shockwaves through the football world and brought the trophy back to Bergamo.

Right from the start, Gian Piero Gasperini’s men displayed their dominance on the pitch. Lookman wasted no time in making his mark, finding the back of the net from 12 yards out just 12 minutes into the game. With his impeccable timing and agility, he outmaneuvered his marker and unleashed a powerful shot that left Leverkusen’s goalkeeper helpless.

Not content with just one goal, Lookman continued to showcase his brilliance. In the 26th minute, he produced a moment of sheer magic, curling a low finish into the far corner of the net from the edge of the box. This incredible strike came after he skillfully nutmegged Granit Xhaka, leaving Leverkusen’s defense in disarray.

Despite their best efforts, Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen side struggled to find their rhythm and mount a comeback. Atalanta’s relentless pressure and superior gameplay proved too much for them. In the 75th minute, Lookman put the final nail in the coffin, delivering an astonishing finish at the end of a swift counter-attack. This goal sealed Atalanta’s triumph and cemented Lookman’s place as the hero of the match.

The Dublin Arena witnessed a truly unforgettable performance from Ademola Lookman, whose hat-trick propelled Atalanta BC to glory in the UEFA Europa League final. His exceptional skills and clinical finishing ensured that the trophy returned to Bergamo, leaving Leverkusen to ponder what could have been.