Atalanta Wins First European Title in Over Six Decades

Leverkusen's Unbeaten Streak Ends at 51 Games

Lookman's Hat-Trick Devastates German Side

Bayer Leverkusen's remarkable unbeaten run of 51 games came to an abrupt end as Atalanta claimed a historic 3-0 victory in the 2023/24 UEFA Europa League final. Ademola Lookman's sensational hat-trick proved too much for the German side, handing Atalanta its first European title in 61 years.

Lookman opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a stunning long-range effort that left Leverkusen goalkeeper Lukáš Hrádecký with no chance. The Nigerian international doubled Atalanta's lead just before half-time, capitalizing on a defensive error to slot home from close range.

Leverkusen's hopes of a comeback were dashed in the second half as Lookman completed his hat-trick with another clinical finish in the 54th minute. Atalanta's defense held firm for the remainder of the match, ensuring their first major European trophy since the 1963 Coppa delle Alpi.