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Atalanta came from a goal down to secure three points against Serie A new boys Como on Saturday evening.
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman was in action for the entire duration of the match in Atalanta’s first league win of the year.
La Dea came into the match in full confidence after a fantastic show in the UEFA Champions League in midweek.
However, Gian Piero Gasperini’s men fell to a 1-0 deficit after 30 minutes of football via a VAR decision.
Nico Faz found himself in space from Alieu Fadera’s pass and rifled the ball into the roof of the net.
The visitors woke up from their slumber in the second half and Mateo Retegui scored from close range to draw La Dea level.
With less than 10 minutes to play, Marco Brescianini layed a selfless pass to Mateo Retegui who beat the goalkeeper with a precise shot give Atalanta the lead.
The video assistant referee ruled out Charles De Ketelaere’s goal three minutes later due to a handball during the build-up to the goal.
Atalanta secured an important victory over Cesc Fabregas’ Como as they keep their title charge alive.
La Dea are third on the league table with 46 points after 22 matches.
