Bayer Leverkusen's Invincible Run Ends as Atalanta Triumph in Europa League

Ademola Lookman's Hat-Trick Downs Leverkusen

Bayer Leverkusen's remarkable 51-game unbeaten run came to an abrupt end on Wednesday night as they were defeated 3-0 by Atalanta in the Europa League final. Ademola Lookman scored a stunning hat-trick for the Italian side, who won their first major trophy in 61 years.

Unbeaten Streak Cut Short

Leverkusen's unbeaten run had stretched back to May 2022 and had seen them win 44 and draw seven matches. They had become known as the "invincibles," but their formidable streak was finally broken by Atalanta's inspired performance.

Lookman's Masterclass

Lookman, a 25-year-old Nigerian forward, was the driving force behind Atalanta's triumph. He opened the scoring in the first half with a brilliant solo goal, before adding a second shortly after the break. He completed his hat-trick in the 75th minute with a stunning free-kick.