Tag: Udinese
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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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“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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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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Udinese pathways with Success after three Years
Italian Serie A club Udinese have announced the departure of Nigeria international Isaac Success, bringing an end to his three-year stint with the team, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The club confirmed the mutual termination of Success’s contract on social media, expressing gratitude for his service and wishing him well in his future endeavors. “Udinese Calcio has agreed…
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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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“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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“I was able to help and I hope to continue doing so” – Isaac Success
Isaac Success came close to snatching victory for his team with a powerful right-footed shot at close range in the dying moments of the game between Napoli and Udinese few days ago as he once again relishes scoring a vital goal to help his team. While the goal eluded him, Success emphasized the importance of…
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Serie A: Maduka Okoye rallies fans support ahead of crucial game against Roma
Udinese’s shot stopper Maduka Okoye has rallied for the fans maximum support ahead of the crucial game against Roma as the black and white side look to bounce back from the painful defeat table toppers, Inter Milan, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. The match against Inter who currently leads the championship was a nervy one but the enormous…
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Serie A: Maduka Okoye wins Udinese POTM
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Nigeria goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye has been awarded Udinese player of the month for the month of February, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles shot stopper has been in tremendous form for the Italian Serie A side keeping 2 clean sheets and conceding twice. Okoye stood tall against giants, Juventus in Turin given Udinese a 0-1 win…
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Maduka Okoye concedes desire for Super Eagles return
Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has opened up on his desire to return to the national team set up with the Super Eagles of Nigeria after missing out on the just concluded 2023 AFCON in Abdijan, Nigeriasoccernet.com writes. The Super Eagles made it to the finals but lost to host Ivory Coast with the Udinese…
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Falcons Round Up: Onumonu rattles net as Ordega, Orji hit brace
Super Falcons players were in fine form for their respective clubs iver the weekend as they get prepared for their game against Japan in Kobe. Ifeoma Onumonu in the USA scored for her club Gotham FC in their 3-3 draw against Portland Thorns. Onumonu connected well to Margret Purce in the 56th minute to…
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Ebere Orji on the losing side despite scoring
Super Falcons Ebere Orji was on the score sheet for her club Sundsvall as they fell to a 1-3 defeat against Norrkoping in the women’s swedish league on Sunday. She had put her team back on level terms after My Cato had put her side ahead few minutes before half time. Ebere scored…