Atalanta Honors Lookman and Gasperini Before Crucial Match
Prior to Atalanta’s crucial Week 17 clash with Empoli, the club took a moment to celebrate two significant achievements. Ademola Lookman proudly displayed his recently acquired African Player of the Year trophy, while manager Gian Piero Gasperini was honored with the Serie A Coach of the Month award.
The match is set to commence at 17:00 GMT at the Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo. Atalanta enters the game on an impressive streak, having won their last 10 matches – a club record. They aim to extend this run to 11 victories, which would keep them at the top of the Serie A table, ahead of rivals Napoli and Inter.
Lookman’s recognition comes largely due to his outstanding performance in the Europa League Final against Bayer Leverkusen, where he scored a hat-trick. Gasperini’s award acknowledges his exceptional leadership and the team’s remarkable results in Bergamo.
In keeping with tradition, Atalanta players will wear special edition jerseys for this final match before the Christmas break. These unique shirts will later be auctioned to raise funds for a local children’s hospital, combining the spirit of competition with charitable giving.
As Atalanta prepares for this important fixture, the celebratory atmosphere and recent accolades serve as a testament to the club’s current strong form and positive momentum in both domestic and European competitions.