Atletico thrash Barcelona as Lookman nets brace

Atletico Madrid crushed Barcelona in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday night, with Ademola Lookman scoring twice to power Diego Simeone’s side into the next round in emphatic fashion.

The Nigerian forward struck in each half, punishing defensive errors as Atletico dominated key moments of the tie. His brace took his season tally into double figures and left the Blaugrana chasing shadows.

“We were ruthless and clinical,” Simeone said after the match. “Lookman made the difference.”

Barcelona’s coach admitted, “We were not at the level required for this stage.”

Lookman added, “Big games demand focus, and we delivered.”