The Super Eagles and Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman, has earned a spot in WhoScored’s Serie A Team of the Week following a standout performance against Napoli on Sunday.
Lookman’s exceptional display included two goals within the first 30 minutes, contributing significantly to Atalanta’s commanding 3-0 victory.
This win marked Napoli’s first defeat of the season, abruptly ending their impressive ten-match unbeaten streak.
For his remarkable contribution to the game, Lookman received an outstanding WhoScored rating of 8.90, the highest awarded to any player in Serie A this week.
His performance not only showcased his scoring ability but also emphasized his importance to the team under the guidance of coach Gian Piero Gasperini.
Lookman was joined in the Team of the Week by three of his Atalanta teammates; Charles De Ketelaere, Ederson, and Isak Hien, reflecting the team’s strong performance.
Other notable players included Venezia goalkeeper Filip Stankovic, Fiorentina defender Luca Ranieri, Inter’s Federico Dimarco, and Bologna’s duo of Danilo Miranda and Riccardo Orsolini.
The lineup was rounded out by Juventus stars Nicolò Savona and Khéphren Thuram.
Beyond his impressive showing this weekend, Lookman has been a standout performer throughout the season.
With six league goals to his name, he ranks among the top scorers in Serie A, trailing only Atalanta’s Mateo Retegui, who leads with 11 goals, and Inter’s Marcus Thuram, with 7.
Additionally, Lookman has established himself as a key playmaker, contributing four assists—only surpassed by Lazio’s Gabriel Tavares with eight and his teammate De Ketelaere with five.
Remarkably, Lookman has achieved these statistics in just seven league starts, fewer than any other player rated above him.
His influence extends beyond goals and assists, with metrics showcasing his multifaceted effectiveness on the field.
He leads Serie A in progressive carries, consistently driving the ball into the opponent’s half, and ranks first in touches within the penalty area, expected goals without penalties, and contributions per 90 minutes for both shots and assists.
His league-leading 1.91 non-penalty XG highlights his constant threat in the attacking third, making him a nightmare for opposing defenses week after week. With an overall WhoScored rating of 7.79, Lookman currently stands as Serie A’s top-rated player, outpacing stars such as Retegui, Thuram, and Tavares, and solidifying his reputation as one of the league’s most impactful players.
