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Red-carded in Como bout Okereke was sent off from the bench in Sunday's 4-1 defeat against Como.

Impact Okereke was expelled midway through the second half alongside Alberto Grassi and Milan Djuric for lashing out at the referee following a PK call. He saw some action only late in the season, scoring twice in 10 appearances (three starts) and adding eight shots (five on target), three chances created and five crosses (one accurate). Cremonese have been relegated.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Okereke scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 win against Pisa.

Impact Okereke made an impact in just 18 minutes off the bench, taking two shots and converting one for his second goal in seven appearances (two starts) for Cremonese since being reintegrated into the squad.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in loss Okereke scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Monday's 4-1 defeat against Fiorentina.

Impact Okereke scored once on four shots during a disappointing rout at the hands of Fiorentina. The forward was the lone offensive threat for most of the match and took four shots putting two of them on goal. The forward just didn't have the space to make too much of a difference in the loss.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Torino Okereke has officially moved to Torino on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Cremonese.

Impact Okereke heads back to Serie A six months after the promotion and will begin as the third option behind Duvan Zapata and Antonio Sanabria up front. He has scored seven goals in two straight seasons in the top flight. He added 61 shots (21 on target), 21 chances created, and 22 crosses (six accurate) in 33 games in the most recent one.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots in season finale Okereke took three shots (zero on target), had one interception, and committed two fouls in 45 minutes in a 2-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Okereke came off the bench as he wasn't 100 percent and had a decent showing. Despite some lulls and injuries, he put up basically the same numbers he recorded at Venezia in the previous campaign. He has hit the net seven times and added 61 shots (21 on target), 21 chances created, and 22 crosses (six accurate). He's likely to latch onto another top-flight side, either in Italy or abroad.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets versus Milan Okereke won three duels, had two successful take-ons, and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against AC Milan.

Impact Okereke came off the bench and didn't have much volume, but he made his touches count as he outsmarted two defenders on a fast break and kept his aplomb in front of Mike Maignan. He scored in consecutive matches for the first time in ages. He has tallied six shots (three on target), one inaccurate cross, and two interceptions in the last four games. Cremonese will face Spezia at home Saturday.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finally scores goal Okereke scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Verona.

Impact For the first time since Jan. 28, Okereke scored a goal. He was goalless across his seven appearances from February to April. Okereke's goal-scoring prowess is needed more than ever, mainly because the Cremonese team has little room for error across May.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots off bench Okereke (thigh) had four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-0 victory versus Empoli.

Impact Okereke made his return to the pitch Friday after missing the past two matches with a thigh injury. He came off the bench and played 23 minutes and made the most of his short time on the pitch. He took a team high four shots (one on target), created one chance, whipped in one inaccurate cross and made one clearance in his return to action.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option against Empoli Okereke (thigh) has recovered, coach Davide Ballardini announced.

Impact Okereke returned to full training earlier in the week and will return to the squad list for Friday's game against Empoli after missing two games. He might be eased into action, but Cremonese will be one man short offensively sans Daniel Ciofani, so he should get minutes, either starting or off the bench. He has posted ten shots (four on target), three chances created, and four tackles in his last five appearances.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Sampdoria tilt Okereke (thigh) has been ruled out for Saturday's game versus Sampdoria, Cremonese announced.

Impact Okereke will skip the second contest in a row because of a thigh problem. Frank Tsadjout and Daniel Ciofani started last week, while Cyriel Dessers fared decently off the bench.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return against Atalanta Okereke (thigh) has been ruled out for Saturday's clash with Atalanta, Cremonese relayed.

Impact Okereke suffered a muscular injury in the last game before the break and hasn't been able to shake it off, although he has been able to practice in some capacity afterward, so it shouldn't be too serious. Frank Tsadjout, Cyriel Dessers, Daniel Ciofani, and Felix Afena-Gyan will handle the minutes up front.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing on the side Okereke (thigh) has been training individually after taking tests to assess his injury, Cremonese inform.

Impact Okereke might be dealign with a minor problem since the team didn't disclose the results of the exams and was able to work in some capacity afterward. He's doubtful for Atalanta game, but his absence might not be too long.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off versus Monza Okereke left Saturday's 1-1 draw with Monza at the 65th minute due to a thigh injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reports, after taking two shots (one on target).

Impact Okereke was ineffective during his time on the pitch and asked to come out pulling up during a sprint and holding the inside of his thigh. He's headed for some tests, and the international break might not be enough for him to recover if the injury is substantial. He was replaced by Cyriel Dessers, while Daniel Ciofani had already come off the bench.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires four shots versus Torino Okereke had four shots (one on goal), drew one foul, and won four duels in Monday's 2-3 defeat to Sassuolo.

Impact Okereke led his team in attempts but lacked precision and didn't contribute in other areas. He has been held scoreless in the last three games, where he has notched six shots (one on target), two chances created, and four tackles (two won). Cremonese will host Fiorentina Sunday.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Silent versus Torino Okereke (thigh) took two off-target shots, created one scoring chance, and had one interception in 80 minutes in Monday's 2-2 draw with Torino.

Impact Okereke was able to play almost the entire game after a muscular injury, but he didn't put much many stats, even though his side had a respectable performance. He has notched two goals, eight shots (three on target), one chance created, and one inaccurate cross in the last five appearances. Cremonese will host Roma next Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Okereke (thigh) will be in the starting XI versus Torino on Monday.

Impact Okereke scored goals in each of his previous two outings and will no doubt be eager to add to his account Monday. With just two more goals, the forward will match his total from last season when he was with Venezia. With his thigh problem behind him, Okereke should feature prominently in the starting XI moving forward.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Torino game Okereke (thigh) has been included in Cremonese's squad list for Monday's clash with Torino.

Impact Okereke is back relatively early from a thigh strain and wasn't a full-go in practice until late in the week, so he might not be ready for full minutes. Frank Tsadjout and Felix Afena-Gyan started last week when both he and Cyril Dessers were on the mend. He has scored twice and added eight shots (four on target), one chance created, and two inaccurate crosses in the last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with thigh injury Okereke didn't play Saturday against Lecce due to a thigh strain, coach Davide Ballardini relayed.

Impact Okereke was an unused sub as he received the diagnosis earlier on match-day, the gaffer added. The problem will likely cost him further matches. Daniel Ciofani got the nod in relief, while Felie Afena-Gyan and Franck Tsadjout came off the bench.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 31, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Hits the net versus Inter Okereke drew one foul, won two duels, and scored one goal to go with one shot in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Okereke made the most of his limited touches by finding the target with a gorgeous curled shot from distance early in the game. He hit paydirt in consecutive matches for the first time in the season, improving to five goals. He has logged eight shots (four on target), one chance, and two inaccurate crosses in the last five games. Cremonese will face Lecce at home Sunday.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Martínez nets 2 as Inter fights back to beat Cremonese 2-1

Lautaro Martínez has continued his rich vein of scoring form with two goals to help Inter Milan win at bottom club Cremonese 2-1 and move into second spot in Serie A

JANUARY 28, 2023 • Associated Press

Scores penalty at Bologna Okereke scored one goal on two shots on target in Monday's 1-1 draw at Bologna.

Impact Okereke got back on the scoresheet Monday as he slotted home a penalty past Lukasz Skorpuski in the 50th minute to give Cremonese a brief lead. It was one of his only two shots in the game, but he made the most of it with his fourth Serie A goal this season, which leads the team. Okereke had scored just one goal in his previous 14 matches, so it's a good sign to see him finding the back of the net again.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Silent versus Monza Okereke recorded one tackle (zero won), won three duels, and had no shots in Saturday's 2-3 loss against Monza.

Impact Okereke didn't get anything going and was pulled early due to a tactical switch. He hasn't found the target in five matches, where he has logged nine shots (two on target), three key passes, and three inaccurate crosses. He could face competition from Daniel Ciofani and Frank Tsadjout if he keeps struggling. Cremonese will face Bologna away next Monday.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles versus Juventus Okereke had two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Wednesday's 0-1 loss versus Juventus.

Impact Okereke didn't get much going in this one, unlike his partner Cyriel Dessers, even though his side generated some offense throughout the game. He has hit the net once in the past four matches, logging seven shots (three on target), four chances created, and four crosses (one accurate). Cremonese will face Verona away Monday.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Silent in Empoli game Okereke had three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and two chances created in Friday's 0-2 defeat against Empoli.

Impact Okereke was tasked with leading the frontline with Cyriel Dessers and Daniel Ciofani initially on the bench, but he did not have a great game. He has scored three times and posted 29 shots (eight on target), 14 chances created, and 17 crosses (six accurate) in 15 appearances (13 starts). Cremonese will host Juventus on January 4th.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Martínez nets 2 as Inter fights back to beat Cremonese 2-1