If he can give what he’s giving Udinese to the country, then he should play – Nwabali speaks on Maduka Okoye’s return

Stanley Nwabali expressed his happiness over Maduka Okoye’s return to the Super Eagles, emphasizing that there is no rivalry between them. Nwabali solidified his position as the first-choice goalkeeper for the Super Eagles during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Okoye was recalled to the team by head coach Finidi George following a successful debut season with Serie A club Udinese. Although Okoye’s return will increase competition in the goalkeeping department, Nwabali reiterated that there is no rivalry between them.

“There’s no debate. If Maduka can give what he’s giving Udinese to the country, then he should play,” Nwabali told Lagos Talks.

“It’s not like a club side, where you see a new signing and you talk about fighting, No. This is the country we are playing for, we are representing this green white green, and we want to see everyone happy.”