Lookman Substituted as Baena’s Late Goal Gives Atlético 1-0 Win at Espanyol

Atlético Madrid extended their winning run to six matches with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Espanyol in LaLiga. Ademola Lookman started alongside Jonathan David but struggled to make an impact against Espanyol’s compact defence. The Nigerian forward had one effort off target and was replaced by Julián Álvarez at half-time. Álvarez brought more urgency after the break and later set up substitute Álex Baena, whose 89th-minute strike survived a VAR check to seal the win. Jan Oblak and Atlético’s defence held firm during Espanyol’s late push.

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