Serie A: Okoye error condemns Udinese to fourth straight defeat

Udinese suffered their fourth straight loss in Serie A following a 2-1 defeat to Torino on Monday. Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye's error proved decisive, allowing Torino's Sandro Kulenovic to score the winning goal in the 67th minute. Torino took the lead in the 36th minute through Daniel Bragança, with Udinese's Jurgen Ekkelenkamp equalizing seven minutes later.

Okoye's poorly timed attempt to clear the ball resulted in a collision with teammate Nicolo Bertola, leaving Kulenovic with an open goal. Udinese coach Kosta Runjaic likened the mistake to a similar error that contributed to his team's earlier loss to Cagliari. He accepted responsibility for the team's struggles, attributing it to poor communication and perception.

Runjaic also lamented Udinese's inability to create scoring opportunities, noting Torino's first goal came from a set piece. Despite the setbacks, Runjaic praised defenders Oumar Solet and Ekkelenkamp, urging the team to stay united and encouraged by one another. The loss left Udinese with just four points after six league matches, having lost four consecutive games.