Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman is eager to face Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League on Thursday.
The Nigerian international is optimistic about his team’s chances after a strong start to the season.
Lookman and his teammates are coming off a 3-2 victory over Fiorentina in Serie A, where Lookman contributed a goal and an assist.
He expressed confidence in Atalanta’s ability to compete against Arsenal, a formidable opponent.
Atalanta aims to surpass their previous best finish in the Champions League, which was the quarterfinals in 2020.
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The new format of the competition presents a different challenge, with 36 teams competing in a single league.
The top eight teams will advance directly to the knockout stages.
Lookman’s enthusiasm and Atalanta’s recent performance make them a team to watch in this year’s Champions League.