Dele-Bashiru, Lookman impress as Lazio and Atalanta share spoils in Rome

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Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru scored for Lazio while compatriot Ademola Lookman supplied an assist as Lazio were held at home by Atalanta in the Serie A.

Both players impressed in the 1-1 draw between both teams in a top tier Italian topflight match played on Saturday night.

Dele-Bashiru led Lazio’s midfield and played the attacking role with aplomb. Meanwhile, fellow Super Eagle and reigning Africa Player of the Year Lookman was paired with Charles De Ketelaere in a double pivot for Atalanta.

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The Lazio man opened scoring in the 27th minute after he thumped a right-footed effort into the net.

Atalanta fought back with minutes left on the clock to draw level. They were close to losing the game but a late equaliser by Marco Brescianini off Lookman’s cross in the 88th minute secured the draw.

La Dea held on until the last second as they continue to chase the Serie A title.

Gian Piero Gasperini’s side are now second on the Serie A log with 40 points from 17 matches. That’s same as new league leaders Inter Milan, who have a better goals difference (GD). Inter had earlier beaten Cagliari 3-0 away from home.

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