Atlético Madrid’s new signing, 28-year-old Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman, marked his debut with a goal in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals. Lookman, who joined from Atalanta for over €30 million on a contract running until 2030, started alongside Antoine Griezmann and scored his 100th career goal after weaving past two defenders.
Atlético dominated early, surging to a 3-0 lead by the 37th minute with goals from Dávid Hancko and Giuliano Simeone, controlling possession and suffocating Real Betis. Fans celebrated the immediate impact of the Europa League final hat-trick hero, raising expectations as Atlético aim to close the gap on La Liga leaders from second place.
