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The Digest:

Udinese's Group Technical Director, Gianluca Nani, has hailed Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye as "almost impossible to score against" in training, explaining why the Nigerian was immediately reinstated as a starter after his two-month suspension. The 25-year-old delivered a commanding performance in Monday's Serie A match against Cremonese, showing no rust despite his five-month club inactivity.

Key Points:
  • Udinese technical director Gianluca Nani praised Okoye's training performances.
  • Nani stated it was "almost impossible to score against him in training."
  • Okoye was immediately restored to the starting lineup after serving a two-month suspension.
  • The goalkeeper missed Udinese's first six Serie A games due to betting violations.
  • Okoye delivered a strong performance in his return against Cremonese.
  • Romanian goalkeeper Razvan Sava had deputized during Okoye's absence.
  • The Nigerian aims to reclaim the Super Eagles' starting position from Stanley Nwabali.
With Nigeria facing crucial World Cup playoffs, Okoye's club form presents a compelling case for national team selection. Unbreakable in Training.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria

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