Udinese Coach Praises Maduka Okoye as Defensive Linchpin
Udinese head coach Kosta Runjaic has praised Maduka Okoye’s remarkable season. The Nigeria international has kept 10 clean sheets in 28 Serie A appearances, proving vital to the Zebras’ defence. Runjaic highlighted Okoye’s calmness and mental focus both in training and on matchdays. He commended the goalkeeper’s hard work, noting how former pros and the club’s goalkeeping coaches have guided his development. Looking ahead, the coach said he wants Okoye to deliver strong performances in the final two fixtures. “When his stats are good, the whole team benefits,” Runjaic added, backing the young keeper to finish the season on a high.
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