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Concedes two in loss Okoye had one save and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Sassuolo.

Impact Okoye gave up two goals in a flash early in the second half as Sassuolo flipped a one-goal deficit into a 2-1 advantage. He had done his part to keep Udinese in control through a composed first half, handling the routine traffic while Sassuolo struggled to generate anything truly dangerous. Once the equalizer hit the net, the momentum swung immediately and the second goal followed right behind it, putting Udinese on their heels. Okoye had little chance on either strike and finished with just one save on the day, the first time he has been held to a single stop since late December. He will aim to bounce back and steady the line in Monday's matchup against Bologna.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lets in two Okoye made three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Lecce.

Impact Okoye recorded 22 passes and also made two clearances. He conceded a stunning freekick in the 90th minute. He has now accumulated 18 saves and three clearances in the last five games and has conceded six times. Next, he takes on Sassuolo, who are located in the midtable and have lost four of their last six games.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in victory Okoye registered three saves and secured a clean sheet in Monday's 1-0 win versus Roma.

Impact Okoye posted a clean sheet with three saves, including a key stop on Donyell Malen in the 29th minute on a Roma counter. He stayed locked in late as Roma ramped up the pressure and was credited with a massive save deep into stoppage time to preserve the lead. His command of crosses was solid, and he helped Udinese see out the match with composed distribution in the closing minutes. This marked his first Serie A clean sheet since mid December and his fourth in 15 appearances this season. Okoye will look to carry that momentum into Sunday's matchup against Lecce.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in win Okoye made three saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 3-1 win against Verona.

Impact Okoye conceded once more, extending his run without a clean sheet to four matches. He has allowed a single goal in three of those games while recording 15 saves, with at least three in each appearance. The goalkeeper remains on three clean sheets in 14 league starts ahead of Monday's matchup with Roma.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten once in Inter tilt Okoye registered four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Okoye had no shot on a clever finish by Lautaro Martinez from close range, but kept his team in the game with a few solid saves afterward. He has regained the starting job in the last three matches after the coach had turned to veteran Daniele Padelli, making 12 saves and giving up four goals, with no clean sheets. Up next, Udinese will face Verona away next Monday.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice versus Pisa Okoye registered five saves and gave up two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Pisa.

Impact Okoye had some sound saves but could have done better on the equalizer, as he rejected a thumping header too centrally, and Henrik Meister pounced on it. He'd face competition from Daniele Padelli if he committed a few gaffes in a row. He has kept two clean sheets in his last six starts, surrendering five goals and making 15 saves. Udinese will host Inter next Saturday in their next match.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves against Torino Okoye recorded three saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Torino.

Impact Okoye returned to the starting XI after missing one match due to suspension and sitting on the bench last time out, and he delivered a strong performance against Torino on Wednesday, making three saves while conceding one goal. The goalkeeper is enduring a difficult season and has recently been competing with Daniele Padelli for minutes, posting 26 saves, conceding 14 goals and recording three clean sheets across 11 Serie A appearances this season. He will look to build momentum against league-bottom Pisa on Saturday.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Okoye served a one-match ban in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Lazio.

Impact Okoye will be an option for Saturday's away game against Como, but might face competition from Daniele Padelli, who was serviceable in relief, as he has had a pair of costly blunders lately. He has gotten the nod 10 times so far, allowing 13 goals, making 23 saves and keeping three clean sheets.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fiorentina gets what it wanted for Christmas. Its first Serie A win of the season

Fiorentina has finally secured its first Serie A win of the season by beating Udinese 5-1

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Sees red early against Fiorentina Okoye was expelled just eight minutes into Sunday's match versus Fiorentina for tackling an opponent outside the box.

Impact Okoye came out too aggressively and crashed into Moise Kean, who was sprinting toward the goal, stopping a goal-scoring opportunity with a violent foul. He'll be suspended for Saturday's home versus Lazio. Razvan Sava will step in between the sticks.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing in goal Okoye had no saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Napoli.

Impact Okoye endured a largely uneventful evening between the posts, keeping a clean sheet despite not being required to make a single save for the second time this season. He was somewhat fortunate not to concede late on, with Rasmus Hojlund missing a clear chance. The goalkeeper now boasts three clean sheets from nine appearances and will be aiming to add another on Sunday against bottom-of-the-table Fiorentina.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in loss Okoye had four saves and allowed two goals in Monday's 2-1 loss to Genoa.

Impact Okoye could not build on his previous clean sheet, conceding twice in his fifth of eight starts allowing two or more goals. He has conceded13 goals while making 22 saves. He will next face second-place Napoli on Sunday.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two-save clean sheet Okoye made two saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Parma.

Impact In each of Udinese's last three games, Okoye logged two saves. But unlike the first two of the three matchups, his third appearance includes a clean sheet. In four games this month, Okoye logged two clean sheets, his first and second for the 2025-26 Serie A.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Saves penalty against Bologna Okoye made two saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Bologna.

Impact Okoye had an encouraging start by stopping Riccardo Orsolini's penalty kick but then faltered with a pass that led to the second of his three goals conceded Saturday. The keeper failed to record a clean sheet for the second consecutive game, while his totals increased to 16 saves and 11 goals against over six matches played this season. His next test will be an away clash versus Parma's improving offense.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in loss Okoye made two saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Roma.

Impact Okoye did make a few saves, though he ultimately did give up two goals. It's hard to fault him for conceding the penalty but with the way Roma's defense is playing, even conceding one goal is enough to do your side in. Okoye has a tough matchup looming in two weeks against Bologna, a team which has scored 18 goals in 11 Serie A games.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plucks grass in Atalanta game Okoye made two clearances and no saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Atalanta.

Impact Okoye had an uneventful performance, as his side pulled the strings and his defense completely erased the Atalanta attackers. He kept his first clean sheet but also didn't make a save for the first time in his four starts. He had parried away 12 shots in the previous three games, conceding six goals. Udnese will face Roma away next Sunday.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses despite three conceded Okoye had nine saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Juventus.

Impact Okoye produced his best performance of the season with nine saves in his third appearance since returning from a two-month suspension. His effort did not influence the result, as he conceded three times, including two from the penalty spot. Next, Udinese hosts Atalanta on Saturday.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in victory Okoye made one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Lecce.

Impact Okoye had a quiet outing on Saturday against Lecce, making one save and conceding two goals. He produced one key stop before allowing two goals in the second half. Okoye has made three saves and conceded three goals in his last two appearances, showing a decent balance in terms of team results, but he will hope to secure his first shutout of the season against Juventus on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once in draw Okoye registered two saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Cremonese.

Impact Okoye made his first start of the season Monday after serving a two-month suspension for betting-related charges. His season debut got off to a poor start as he conceded a goal in the 4th minute. He settled in after that, staying clean the rest of the way and making two saves. He faces a favorable matchup Saturday versus Lecce, a side which has scored just five goals through seven matches this season.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Okoye has finished serving his two-month suspension and will be available against Cremonese on Monday.

Impact Okoye received a relatively light punishment for his involvement in a betting-related scheme. Razvan Sava has been a little shaky in relief, so he should resume being the top option. It remains to be seen whether it will happen right away or later on, but he was allowed to train during the ban. He kept four clean sheets in 25 appearances in 2024/2025, allowing 40 goals and making 73 saves.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for two months Okoye has been handed a two-month ban, which will start on August 18 and end in late October due to unlawful conduct, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Okoye was accused of getting booked on purpose during a game in 2024, generating an unusual wave of bets, but he was found guilty of a less serious offense. Udinese will likely rely on Razvan Sava while he's out rather than adding a new goalie.

JULY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

2024-25 season not much different Okoye registered eight saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact During the Udinese team's 2023-24 season, Okoye became a starting goalkeeper, logging 65 saves, 25 goals conceded and five clean sheets. Compared to his latest campaign, both years are relatively similar. The latter includes 73 saves, 40 goals conceded and four clean sheets.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice in loss Okoye made five saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Juventus.

Impact Okoye conceded two goals Sunday, both of which came in the second half. It marked his 12th time in 24 starts conceding multiple goals, including his second match in a row. He will look to end his season on a high note Sunday versus Fiorentina, a side which has scored 57 goals through 37 matches this season.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two goals versus Monza Okoye registered no saves and gave up two goals in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Monza.

Impact Okoye had an unlucky and subpar performance as Monza scored from close range on their only two shots of the game. He has kept one clean sheet in the past five fixtures, conceding nine goals and making seven saves. Udinese will face Juventus away next Sunday.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once against Cagliari Okoye had one save and one clearance and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win against Cagliari.

Impact Okoye couldn't palm away a low-driven shot by Nadir Zortea and didn't see many other shots come his way afterward. He has kept one clean sheet in the last five rounds, making 13 saves and surrendering eight goals. Udinese will host Monza next Sunday.

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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