Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has admitted Atlético Madrid will face a stern challenge against Real Sociedad in Saturday night’s Copa del Rey final.
Atlético are chasing a record-extending 11th title when they square off against Sociedad at the Estadio de la Cartuja. Their last triumph in the competition came in the 2012/13 season, when they defeated city rivals Real Madrid in the final.
The Rojiblancos head into the clash in high spirits following a midweek UEFA Champions League victory over Barcelona.
Diego Simeone’s men also boast an impressive recent record against Sociedad, going unbeaten in their last 10 meetings.
However, Lookman has warned that past results will count for little in a final.
“It will be a tough, tough game, but we have a chance to win a very important trophy for the club,” he said.
