Ghana international Kamaldeen Sulemana played a decisive role off the bench as Atalanta BC fought back to secure a dramatic 2-2 draw against SS Lazio in the first leg of their Coppa Italia semi-final clash.
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‎The winger injected pace and creativity into the game after coming on, setting up the crucial late equaliser scored by Yunus Musah in the closing stages at Lazio’s home ground.
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‎Sulemana’s quick thinking and attacking intent helped Atalanta restore parity in a tightly contested encounter, ensuring the Italian side heads into the second leg with everything still to play for.
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‎The Ghanaian forward will now be hoping to earn a starting place when Lazio travel to Bergamo for the return leg, as Atalanta aim to secure a place in the final of the Coppa Italia.
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‎Sulemana’s impact off the bench once again highlighted his growing importance to Atalanta’s attacking options as they continue their push for domestic silverware.