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Ademola Lookman Pens Emotional Farewell Message to Atalanta

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Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has penned an emotional farewell message to Atalanta after completing his January move away from the Italian club.

Lookman joined Atalanta in 2022 following difficult spells at RB Leipzig, Everton, Leicester City and Fulham. The move proved to be a major turning point in his career, as he became a key player under head coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

During his time in Bergamo, the Nigerian international scored 52 goals and provided 22 assists in 119 appearances. He also made history by becoming the first player to score a hat-trick in the final of a UEFA club competition, helping Atalanta win their first major trophy.

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After completing his move, the 28-year-old took to social media to thank the club, his teammates and the fans.

“To the Atalanta family, after nearly four years, the time has come for me to say goodbye,” Lookman wrote.

“From the moment I arrived in Bergamo, you welcomed me like one of your own and pushed me to be the best version of myself.

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“Together we made history. European champions, a night none of us will ever forget. Scoring a hat-trick in a European final and lifting a trophy with this club after a 61-year trophy drought will stay with me.

“Winning the Africa Player of the Year award in 2024 as an Atalanta player will forever stay with me. Those moments, those emotions, those nights under the lights, they’re engraved in my heart.”

Lookman also paid tribute to the supporters, praising their loyalty and passion throughout his stay at the club.

“Thank you to my teammates, the staff, and the club. To the fans, your passion, your belief, your energy meant everything,” he added.

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“From day one, you stood by me and by this team through every moment. Every cheer, every banner, every away trip meant something. Thank you for making Bergamo feel like home and for giving me memories I’ll carry forever. Grazie di tutto, ciao.”

Lookman recently returned to action after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where he was one of the standout players. He is now expected to make his debut for Atlético Madrid in their Copa del Rey quarter-final match against Real Sociedad.

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Bolivar vs Deportivo La Guaira Prediction and Betting Tips

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Club Bolivar host Deportivo La Guaira at the Estadio Hernando Siles on Tuesday for their second game of the CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores group stages. El Más Grande began their campaign with a 1-0 loss to Independiente Rivadavia on 8 April as Carlos Lampe’s second-minute own goal was enough to down them.

Adding insult to injury was a red card for Jesus Sagredo in the 72nd minute, as the defender will now be sidelined for matchday two.

Flavio Robatto’s side picked themselves up over the weekend to beat Academia del Balompie Boliviano in the Bolivian Primera Division to make it two wins from two in the new season.

The La Paz outfit will be hoping to carry that momentum into the Copa Libertadores stage to pick up their first win and get their campaign up and running.

Deportivo also failed to win their opening match of the group stages, drawing 0-0 with Fluminense, who endured a frustrating game despite dominating the proceedings. The Brazilian giants had 61% of possession, mustered 14 shots, of which seven were on target, but couldn’t find the back of the net even once.

Their Venezuelan rivals spent much of the time on the back foot and were fortunate due to some wasteful finishing from their mighty hosts.


Bolivar vs Deportivo La Guaira Head-To-Head and Key Numbers

  • This marks the first official meeting between Bolivar and Deportivo La Guaira.
  • Club Bolivar have faced a Venezuelan side on eight occasions, never losing. They’ve won six times and drawn twice (both against Minervae).
  • Meanwhile, Deportivo La Guaira face a Bolivian side for the first time.
  • Bolivar’s Jesus Segredo will be suspended from the clash after getting sent off on matchday one.
  • Since the beginning of Apertura in February 2026, Deportivo La Guaira are unbeaten in 12 games in all competitions, winning six.

Bolivar vs Deportivo La Guaira Prediction

Deportivo have been a tough nut to crack this season, with no side being able to get the better of them.

Their stoic defense has made up for their lack of goals in 2026. Bolivar have the home advantage but may end up with a draw here.

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Prediction: Bolivar 1-1 Deportivo La Guaira


Bolivar vs Deportivo La Guaira Betting Tips

Tip 1 – Result: Draw

Tip 2 – Goals over/under 2.5: Under 2.5 goals

Tip 3 – Both teams to score: Yes

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