Tag: Maduka Okoye
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Maduka Okoye makes injury return amidst betting scandal
Udinese received a boost with the return of several players to training at the Bruseschi sports center. Among those returning was goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, who has been sidelined since early December with a wrist injury, Nigeriasocernet.com reports. The Nigerian international rejoined his teammates in preparation for the upcoming match against Napoli. Also returning to training…
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Udinese drop Okoye amid betting irregularities investigation
Serie A club Udinese have omitted goalkeeper Maduka Okoye from their list of registered players amid an investigation into alleged betting irregularities, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigeria international is under scrutiny for reportedly betting on his yellow card in Udinese’s Serie A match against Lazio on 11 March 2024. Okoye received a yellow card for time-wasting…
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Maduka Okoye faces possible four-year ban over betting allegations
Udinese goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye is under investigation for allegedly betting on his yellow card in a Serie A match against Lazio on 11 March 2024, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Udine Prosecutor’s Office is probing the 25-year-old Nigeria international over suspicious betting patterns during the match. Okoye, who received a yellow card…
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Maduka Okoye undergoes successful surgery, Udinese confirm
Udinese Calcio have revealed that their goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has undergone successful injury following the injury to the scapholunate ligament of his right wrist, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles goalkeeper has now underwent successful surgery today to repair a torn scapholunate ligament in his right wrist. The procedure was carried out by Dr. Loris…
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“It’s never good when you lose one of your key players” – Kosta Runjaic on Okoye
Udinese Calcio head coach Kosta Runjaic has lamented the unavailability of goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye who is set to undergo surgery as officially communicated by his club after suffering a tear in the scapholunate ligament of his right wrist, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. This was made in an official statement by the club which read; “Maduka Okoye meanwhile…
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Okoye set for surgery after wrist injury, set to miss Monza trip
Maduka Okoye, the Nigerian goalkeeper playing for Udinese, is set to undergo surgery on his right wrist after suffering an injury during a recent match, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. The club confirmed that Okoye tore the scapholunate ligament in his wrist, and although they haven’t indicated exactly how long he will be out, the recovery time…
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Maduka Okoye sets sights on AFCON glory with Nigeria
Maduka Okoye, the Super Eagles goalkeeper, has expressed strong confidence in Nigeria’s potential to reach the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final and possibly lift the trophy, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Udinese shot-stopper, set to feature against Rwanda, emphasized the importance of capitalizing on the immense talent within the squad under interim coach Augustine Eguavoen. In…
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Chukwueze’s lone strike seals AC Milan win
Nigerian winger, Samuel Chukwueze scored the decisive goal as AC Milan secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Udinese at the San Siro on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The former Villarreal forward struck in the 13th minute, ending his nine-game drought across all competitions this season. Chukwueze’s last Serie A goal came against Hellas Verona in March.…
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Chukwueze wins Man of the Match honor as Milan edge Udinese
Samuel Chukwueze earned the Man of the Match honor after his decisive goal secured AC Milan’s 1-0 win over Udinese at the San Siro on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Nigerian international struck in the 13th minute, registering his first goal of the season for Paulo Fonseca’s side. Chukwueze ended his International break earlier due to…
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Okoye, Iheanacho add to the qualities in Uyo
The Super Eagles camp continue to bubble as Udinese goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye takes the number of players in camp to 22 ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Okoye arrived team’s hotel hours after his compatriot, Kelechi Iheanacho was revealed to have joined the team on Wednesday afternoon. Nigerians wait the…
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Udinese’s Maduka Okoye commits to four-year contract extension
Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has signed a four-year contract extension with Udinese Calcio, keeping him at the club until June 30, 2028, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Okoye, who joined Udinese in 2023, has established himself as a crucial player, demonstrating exceptional performance and becoming a fan favorite. His heroics last season was a major contribution to the…
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Self-confidence: Okoye reveals secrets behind impressive Udinese form
Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has attributed his impressive displays for Udinese last season to self-confidence and the expertise of the club’s goalkeeping coach, Sergio Macron, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Okoye, who initially played backup to Marco Silvestri, eventually established himself as Udinese’s first-choice goalkeeper and played a crucial role in the team’s survival on the final day…
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Torino eye Super Eagles goalkeeper
Udinese shot stopper, Maduka Okoye has been linked with a move to another Serie A outfit, Torino, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Okoye was a big hand between the sticks for the Bianconeri last season, saving the team from relegation. Meanwhile, the goalkeeper could be leaving Stadio Fruili owing to the interest from Torino. Torino have identify Okoye…
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Okoye, Success get new coach in Italy
Serie A outfit, Udinese have appointed Kosta Runjaic as the new head coach, succeeding Italian legend, Fabio Canavaro who guided the club away from relegation on a short-term deal, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Runjaic will debut not only in Serie A but also in a top-five European league. The 53 year-old had stint with Darmstadt, Duisburg, Kaiserslautern and 1860…
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Maduka joins Eagles’ squad in Uyo
Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has finally joined the Super Eagles camp in Uyo ahead of the 2026 FOFA World Cup qualifiers, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Okoye is reported to be stranded in Lagos after local airport was shot down for almost due days due to the nationwide strike. With Okoye’s arrival, head coach Finidi George now has…
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2026 FWCQ: Okoye’s arrival to complete roll in Eagles’ camp
A challenging logistics planning for Friday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match between Nigeria and South Africa would finally be overcome by Wednesday evening, with the expected arrival of Super Eagles’ goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, the South African delegation and the match officials in the Akwa Ibom State capital. Italy-based Okoye was the only invited player…
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Strike: Stranded Super Eagles players arrive Uyo
At least five of the eight stranded Super Eagles players landed in Uyo on Tuesday afternoon, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Fifteen out of the 23 players had already commenced training on Sunday, with the remaining squad members expected on Monday. However, due to the ongoing national strike, the other players found themselves stranded in Lagos and Abuja.…
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“He is my brother” Nwabali speaks on rivalry with Okoye
Super Eagles shot-stopper Stanley Nwabali has put a disclaimer to the speculation of unhealthy rivalry between himself and Udinese goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, Nigeroasoccernet.com reports. Okoye excused himself the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations claiming he will love to focus on his growth and his mental strength. While the goalkeeping department became obviously the team’s weakest…
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Maduka Okoye to the rescue as Udinese avoid drop zone
Nigeria Super Eagles returnee, goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has helped his side Udinese avoid the drop zone in the Italian Serie A after a 1-0 win over relegated Frosinone, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Okoye put up yet another man of the match to secure victory for Udinese who finished fifteen with 37 points, 2 points ahead relegation places.…
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WCQ: Okoye returns, Sadiq gets first call-up as Finidi invites 23 players for next month’s clashes
Super Eagles head coach Finidi George have handed invitations to 23 players ahead of next month’s FIFA World Cup qualifier games against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa and the Squirrels of Benin Republic with Remo Stars defender Sadiq Ismael getting his first national team call-up, Nigeriasoccernet.com can report. Finidi George who was announced as…