Lookman Man of the Match again ahead Today’s Ballon d’Or 

Ademola Lookman has been named Man of the Match after Atalanta swept past Verona 6-1 in Serie A prior to today’s prestigious Ballon d’Or Awards ceremony in France.

The Super Eagles star forward, who recently celebrated his 27th birthday, scored a brace and provided two assists in his team’s demolition of Verona on Sunday.

‘Mola’ has thus far scored four goals in Serie A this season.

He is the only African player nominated in this year’s Ballon d’Or.

Earlier in the week, he made a 10-man shortlist for the 2024 CAF Player of the Year, which he is an overwhelming favourite to win.

Lookman’s on field Captain, William Troost-Ekong was also listed for the CAF award