Umtiti Encourages Lookman After Atletico's 4-0 Victory

Samuel Umtiti, a former defender for FC Barcelona, sent a message to Ademola Lookman after Atletico Madrid's impressive 4-0 win against FC Barcelona in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final. The match took place at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano, marking a memorable night for Lookman, who scored in front of the home crowd for the first time since his move to Atletico.

He shared the scoresheet with Julian Alvarez, while Umtiti's former teammate Antoine Griezmann also performed well, leaving fans buzzing until the final whistle. After the match, Griezmann handed Lookman his shirt.

Umtiti, a 2018 World Cup winner and two-time La Liga champion, praised Lookman and emphasized the importance of consistency. He encouraged Lookman to aim for the 2024 CAF Player of the Year award and to maintain good teamwork as he quickly adapts to life in Madrid, acknowledging Lookman's bright start within the squad.