After a disappointing 5-2 aggregate defeat in the Champions League against Club Brugge, Atalanta's coach Gian Piero Gasperini criticized striker Ademola Lookman, labeling him 'one of the worst penalty takers' he's encountered. Lookman missed a penalty after scoring, a moment Gasperini deemed inappropriate since others were better suited for the kick. Gasperini also expressed disappointment in captain Rafael Toloi, who received a red card for a reckless foul. The coach's comments highlighted accountability and decision-making in high-stakes matches.
Gasperini stated Lookman should not have been taking the penalty due to his poor history, emphasizing that others were more appropriate choices for the kick.
Lookman has a notoriously bad penalty-taking record, converting only four out of six attempts in his career across the top five European leagues.
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