Ademola Lookman: Nigerians who won, lost UEFA Super Cup finals

The bright lights of Stadion Narodowy in Warsaw will shine on Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman on the quest to etch his name alongside some of Nigeria’s footballing greats. on the precipice of history while leading Atalanta’s attack against the formidable Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday night.

With a short and exclusive list of Nigerian footballers who have graced this prestigious stage, Lookman has a chance to join an elite club—one that has seen only three of his compatriots lift this coveted trophy.

To date, just three Nigerians have tasted UEFA Super Cup glory. The trailblazers were Nwankwo Kanu and Finidi George, integral members of the Ajax squad that ruled Europe in the mid-90s.  READ MORE

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