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Fit for Roma game Okafor (thigh) will be available against Roma on Sunday, Gianluca Di Marzio informed.

Impact Okafor has been training fully in the last couple of days and will resume providing depth in multiple offensive roles, especially with Samuel Chukwueze currently playing in AFCON. He hasn't started in months due to multiple injuries. He has tallied one goal, one assist, five shots (four on target), and two chances created in his last six appearances.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Will sit a few games Okafor suffered a semimembranous muscle strain in the Monza match, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Okafor had just returned from a similar injury and will be out for three-to-four weeks. Samuel Chukwueze, Chaka Traore, and Luka Romero will back up the starters while he's out.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and leaves injury against Monza Okafor took two shots (both on target), scored one goal, and limped off against Monza due to a muscular injury after playing 13 minutes in Sunday's 3-0 win over Monza, coach Stefan...

Impact Okafor rounded out the score with a clinical finish from inside the box but couldn't finish the game due to an apparent thigh problem. The gaffer suggested it could be minor, but he'll need some tests to certify that. He generally backs up Rafael Leao, who returned from injury midweek.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in cameo versus Newcastle Okafor (thigh) had three touches, one chance created, and one assist in seven minutes in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Newcastle.

Impact Okafor didn't get many minutes after a four-match absence but made them count, springing Samuel Chukwueze loose with a through ball to set up the game-winner. He's set to alternate also with Rafael Leao and Christan Pulisic on the wings from here on out.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for Newcastle United game Okafor (thigh) is traveling to England with the rest of the team, SportMediaset reported.

Impact Okafor has gone into full training at the start of the week and should resume being a bench option after sitting out four matches due to a thigh strain. If that's the case, he'll compete with Samuel Chukwueze for backup duties on the wings considering the return of Rafael Leao and Luka Jovic's improved showings. He has notched three shots (two on target), one key pass, and two crosses (zero accurate) in his last four appearances. He has started just twice in the season.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains thigh injury Okafor was diagnosed with a right biceps femoris strain following international duties, DAZN reported.

Impact Okafor was a candidate for heavy minutes with Olivier Giroud and Rafael Leao on the mend, but he'll have to miss three-to-four weeks due to the problem. Luka Jovic, Samuel Chukwueze, and Luka Romero are the next men up.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes in late versus Napoli Okafor had one inaccurate cross and one clearance in nine minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Napoli.

Impact Okafor saw very limited action despite Milan being undermanned offensively and Christian Pulisic subbing off at half-time as he probably couldn't play much more due to his recent physical problem. He should be in better shape for Saturday's game versus Udinese.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on bench Okafor (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's match versus Napoli.

Impact Okafor missed the last match with a thigh injury, but is back and good to go for Sunday. He has scored two goal in nine appearances this season, only two of them coming as starts.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Napoli clash Okafor (thigh) "is fit and available for Sunday," coach Stefano Pioli relayed.

Impact Okafor quickly shook off an ailment and will be back in the squad and will be the top deputy in multiple offensive roles with Samuel Chukwueze on the mend. He has scored twice and added six shots (three on target), five crosses (zero accurate), and one tackle in his last five appearances (two starts).

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss PSG clash Okafor left the Milan setup before traveling to Paris due to muscle fatigue, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Okafor picked up an ailment and won't make the trip, leaving Milan shorthanded up front since Samuel Chukwueze is out as well. Luka Jovic and Luka Romero will provide depth behind the starters.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits the net in Lazio game Okafor scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in 20 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Lazio.

Impact Okafor sealed the deal off the bench with an easy tap-in on a square ball by Rafael Leao for his second consecutive goal. He'll occasionally fill in for Olivier Giroud when the schedule is thick. He has done it once so far. He has posted six shots (three on target) and three inaccurate crosses in his last five appearances.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener against Cagliari Okafor scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Okafor scored the opener in the 40th minute. He also recorded a clearance. This was his first league start of the season and it provided Milan dividends. He has proven to be a valuable attacking asset and can be utilized in the upcoming challenging fixture list.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Noah Okafor is the latest addition in AC Milan's summer spending spree

Switzerland striker Noah Okafor is the latest addition in AC Milan’s summer spending spree

JULY 22, 2023 • Associated Press

Joins Milan Okafor has agreed to a five-year contract with Milan upon completing his transfer from RB Salzburg, the team announced.

Impact Okafor put together two solid years in Austria and fared well in the European cups as well, although the most recent one was cut short by a foot fracture. He'll begin as a deputy behind Olivier Giroud and also potentially on the flanks considering his versatility. He scored three goals and added 12 shots (seven on target), 11 chances created, and four crosses (two accurate) in eight continental appearances in 2022/2023.

JULY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Okafor scores again as Salzburg beats Dinamo Zagreb 1-0

Noah Okafor earned Salzburg a 1-0 win over Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League by rolling in a coolly taken penalty to score for the third straight group game

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Czech Republic collect UEFA Nations League victory over Switzerland led by Jan Kuchta

JUNE 2, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Stunning Switzerland sequence leads to a top shelf goal from Noah Okafor

JUNE 2, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Salzburg forward Okafor gets Switzerland call for Italy game Salzburg forward Noah Okafor has been rewarded for goals in the Champions League with a place in Switzerland’s squad for World Cup qualifier...

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

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Noah Okafor is the latest addition in AC Milan's summer spending spree

Okafor scores again as Salzburg beats Dinamo Zagreb 1-0

Czech Republic collect UEFA Nations League victory over Switzerland led by Jan Kuchta

Stunning Switzerland sequence leads to a top shelf goal from Noah Okafor