Atalanta Vs Bayer Leverkusen 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats, League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
Match Overview
- Date: May 22, 2024
- Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
- Result: Atalanta BC 3 – 0 Bayer Leverkusen
Ademola Lookman’s Hat-Trick
- Scorers:
- Ademola Lookman (Atalanta BC):
- 12’ (Back-post finish)
- Also 26’ (Stunning curling effort)
- 75’ (Powerful left-footed strike)
- Ademola Lookman (Atalanta BC):
First Half:
The match began with Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen taking the field at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Both teams had opportunities to score, but the defenses held firm. Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman looked lively, also testing the Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper. As the half progressed, Atalanta also gained control of the game. Their midfielders orchestrated attacks, and their passing was crisp.
In the 12th minute, Ademola Lookman also found the back of the net with a well-placed shot from the back post. Atalanta took the lead. Bayer Leverkusen tried to mount a comeback, but Atalanta’s defense remained resolute. Shots from both sides missed the target.
Second Half:
Ademola Lookman continued to shine. In the 26th minute, he also curled a stunning effort into the top corner, leaving the goalkeeper helpless. Bayer Leverkusen pushed forward, but Atalanta’s defense held firm. The German side struggled to break through. In the 75th minute, Lookman also completed his hat-trick. A powerful left-footed strike sealed the victory for Atalanta.
Final Whistle: The referee blew the whistle, and Atalanta celebrated their first-ever European trophy. Bayer Leverkusen’s unbeaten streak came to an end.
Historic Moment: Ademola Lookman became the hero of the final, also securing Atalanta’s triumph and etching his name in Europa League history.
Bayer Leverkusen’s Unbeaten Run Ends
- Bayer Leverkusen’s remarkable 51-game unbeaten streak came to a halt.
- Xabi Alonso’s team, despite a phenomenal season, couldn’t contain Lookman’s brilliance.
- Atalanta secured their first European trophy and also Gian Piero Gasperini’s first major title as a manager.
Stats
- Atalanta BC:
- Yellow Cards: 4
- Shots On Target: 7
- Also Ball Possession: 42%
- Bayer Leverkusen:
- Yellow Cards: 3
- Also Shots On Target: 3
- Ball Possession: 58%