Lookman Aims to Break Goal Drought Against Arsenal

Ademola Lookman is set to face Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg on Tuesday, with the aggregate score currently at 1-1. Atletico Madrid seeks to secure a place in the final scheduled for May 30 in Budapest, facing either Bayern Munich or Paris Saint-Germain.

Lookman has not scored or assisted in six previous meetings against Arsenal but has completed 95% of his passes in the opponent's half and contributed defensively, earning praise from Atletico Madrid's coach Diego Simeone. Simeone acknowledged Arsenal's depth and talent, noting their impressive record in the Champions League.

Lookman's former teammate at Atalanta, Michel Adopo, expressed confidence in Lookman's ability to deliver in crucial moments. Atletico Madrid heads into the match with renewed confidence following a win against Valencia, despite frustrations from the first leg.

The team aims to draw on past encounters with Arsenal, including their progress in the 2017-18 Europa League semi-final.