Atalanta Ends Bayer Leverkusen's Unbeaten Streak, Wins Europa League Final

Lookman's Hat-Trick Stuns Leverkusen, Atalanta Celebrates Historic Victory

Bayer Leverkusen's remarkable 51-game unbeaten run came crashing down as Atalanta secured a stunning 3-2 victory in the UEFA Europa League Final at Aviva Stadium. Ademola Lookman's sensational hat-trick propelled Atalanta to its first major European trophy.

Atalanta, making its first appearance in a major European final, stunned Leverkusen with its attacking prowess. Lookman, on loan from RB Leipzig, opened the scoring in the 23rd minute with a superb volley. Just seven minutes later, Lookman doubled Atalanta's lead with a clinical finish.

Leverkusen's Fightback Falls Short

Leverkusen refused to go down without a fight. Robert Andrich pulled one back in the 42nd minute, giving Leverkusen hope. However, Lookman completed his hat-trick just six minutes into the second half, extinguishing Leverkusen's chances of a comeback.

Patrik Schick added a late consolation goal for Leverkusen, but it was too little, too late. Atalanta held on for a historic victory, etching its name in the annals of European football history.

The defeat marks the end of Leverkusen's remarkable unbeaten run, which stretched back to September 2022. It was also a huge blow to Leverkusen's treble aspirations, as it had already secured the Bundesliga title and reached the DFB-Pokal final.