‘An Important Point’ – Okoye Reacts after Udinese’s Draw with Como
Maduka Okoye reflected on Udinese’s 1‑1 home draw with Como at the Bluenergy Stadium on Saturday, calling it ‘An Important Point’. The goalkeeper praised the team’s performance against Cesc Fabregas’ side and highlighted the support of the home fans as a key factor.
The Zebras took the lead when Hassane Kamara scored in the 29th minute after a pass from Jurgen Ekkelenkamp. The hosts went into the break with their slender advantage intact, keeping Como at bay for the remainder of the first half.
Como restored parity nine minutes after the restart through Anastasios Douvikas. The equaliser brought the match level at 1‑1.
Udinese pressed for a winner after the equaliser but could not find the decisive goal, and the visitors held firm to secure a point. The encounter ended in a 1‑1 draw.
“It’s an important point. We played against a strong team and we’re happy. We went out there to win, but in the end, a point is great,” Okoye told the club’s official website. Also:Okoye emphasized the collective effort, and earlier headlines read: “Okoye: I Want To Give Everything For Udinese”, with Completesports.com reporting the full comments.
Okoye also thanked the supporters, saying the fans at the Bluenergy Stadium have helped the team so much and are very important.