Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been named in Serie A’s Team of the Week after a standout performance in Udinese’s surprise victory over AC Milan.
Okoye kept a clean sheet at San Siro as Udinese secured an emphatic win against one of Italy’s leading sides, producing a composed display under pressure.
Milan registered 20 attempts during the match, but only three were on target, all of which were comfortably dealt with by the Nigerian international.
His performance proved decisive as Udinese, who had lost their previous four meetings with Milan, overturned expectations.
Goals from Arthur Atta and Jurgen Ekkelenkamp, along with an own goal from Davide Bartesaghi, sealed the victory.
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Okoye has now recorded eight clean sheets in 24 league appearances this season.
He was one of six goalkeepers to keep a clean sheet in the round, but his display stood out for its composure and impact.
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Okoye was joined in the Team of the Week by teammates Atta and Ekkelenkamp, as well as Robin Gosens, Denzel Dumfries, Scott McTominay and Marcus Thuram.
