Ademola Lookman, the Atalanta striker, expressed his hurt over coach Gian Piero Gasperini's remarks calling him one of the worst penalty takers. Following Atalanta's defeat by Club Brugge, which eliminated them from the Champions League, Lookman emphasized the impact of Gasperini's comments on his hard work for the team. Although he had scored 15 goals this season, his missed penalty was highlighted as part of a poor performance. Lookman defended his choice to take the kick as a team responsibility, while also vowing to channel this experience into personal growth.
Being singled out in the manner I have been not only hurts but feels deeply disrespectful, not least because of the immense hard work and commitment I have always put in each and every day to help bring success to this club.
Life's about challenges and turning pain into power which I'll continue to do.
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