Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has secured a place in the Italian Serie A Team of the Week following a commanding performance for Udinese Calcio in their stunning victory over AC Milan.
The Nigerian shot-stopper played a decisive role as Udinese shocked Milan at the San Siro, keeping a clean sheet despite heavy pressure. Facing one of Italy’s most dominant sides, Okoye stood firm to help his team secure a memorable win in Serie A.
Okoye has now recorded eight clean sheets in 24 league appearances this season. He also featured in Udinese’s previous fixture and has remained a constant presence between the posts. His reliability continues to shape Udinese’s defensive strength, making him one of their most important players this campaign.
Against Milan, the hosts fired 20 attempts, but only three tested the goalkeeper. Okoye denied all three with calm, controlled saves. One of those stops has drawn praise from fans and analysts, underlining his sharp reflexes and composure under pressure.
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Udinese entered the match as clear underdogs. Milan had won the previous four meetings between the sides, making the result even more surprising. However, goals from Arthur Atta and Jurgen Ekkelenkamp, along with an own goal from Davide Bartesaghi, sealed an emphatic win for the visitors.
Okoye’s defensive leadership ensured Milan failed to score despite their attacking intent.
Serie A included Okoye in its Team of the Week for Gameweek 32, rewarding his standout display. He was one of six goalkeepers to keep a clean sheet, but his performance stood out for its composure and impact.
He was joined by teammates Atta and Ekkelenkamp, alongside notable names such as Robin Gosens, Denzel Dumfries, Scott McTominay, and Marcus Thuram.
This recognition highlights Okoye’s growth this season. His performances continue to attract attention as Udinese push for a strong finish. With several games left, the Nigerian international will aim to build on this momentum and increase his clean sheet tally.
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