KINGSLEY EHIZIBUE NEWS

Serviceable against Milan Ehizibue won two of four tackles and recorded two shots (one on goal), two interceptions and three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus AC Milan.

Impact Ehizibue was pretty lively on both ends and came away with a well-rounded stat line. He's continuing to start but has ceded some minutes to Hassane Kamara and Jordan Zemura. He has posted four key passes, 18 crosses (five accurate) and eight tackles (four won) in the last five rounds.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good versus Lecce Ehizibue generated six crosses (three accurate), two clearances and one tackle (zero won) in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Ehizibue led his team in deliveries, posting a new season high in such a stat. He subbed off early for the first time in the season after getting a yellow card, with Jordan Zemure switching wings. He has notched 15 crosses (four accurate), four tackles (two won) and seven clearances in the last four fixtures.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Passable versus Inter Ehizibue had three crosses (zero accurate), two clearances, one interception and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Ehizibue was decent on both ends and came away with a well-rounded stat line. He has played every minute so far and has notched one assist, six key passes, 13 crosses (three accurate) and 10 tackles (eight won).

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles versus Roma Ehizibue had one shot (zero on goal), two clerances, two tackles (two won) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 defeat to Roma.

Impact Ehizibue didn't have a particularly great showing but was one of the few Udinese players who wasn't completely overwhelmed by the enemies and put up stats on both ends. He has assisted once and added five key passes, 10 crosses (three accurate) and nine tackles (seven won).

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist against Como Ehizibue won three of five tackles and assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win against Como.

Impact Ehizibue had a complete and energetic performance and found Brenner with a quality cross to set up the lone goal of the game. He has seen full minutes so far, tallying four crosses (two accurate), seven tackels and eight clearances.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury in finale Ehizibue registered three crosses (one accurate) and one tackle in Sunday's 1-0 win against Frosinone. He was subbed off due to injury in the 58th minute.

Impact An injury limited Ehizibue to under one hour of game action Sunday. He will finish his 2023-24 season with only one direct goal contribution (an assist), three shots on goal, eight chances created and six accurate crosses. Besides the created chances, Ehizbiue finished with lower tallies in every aforementioned category compared to those from last year.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively versus Empoli Ehizibue (thigh) created one chance, won one of three tackles and had two interceptions and two clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Empoli.

Impact Ehizibue played less than usual perhaps due to his imperfect conditions and contributed more on the defensive end than in the final third. He has totaled 12 tackles (eight won), seven shots (zero on target) and 13 clearances in the last six rounds.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Gets nod against Empoli Ehizibue (thigh) is in the XI to face Empoli on Sunday.

Impact Ehizibue will retain his starting job after escaping without a meaningful injury after limping off last week. He has assisted once in 21 appearances, adding 18 shots (three on target), 13 crosses (five accurate) and 18 tackles.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids injury Ehizibue subbed off against Lecce due to cramps, Messaggero Veneto informed.

Impact Ehizibue didn't need to undergo tests and trained regularly as Udinese started preparing for Sunday's clash with Empoli and could retain his starting job unless the coach decides to spare him or use Roberto Pereyra there in a more offensive-minded formation. He has made the XI in five consecutive contests, posting seven shots (zero on target), four key passes, nine tackles (six won) and 11 clearances.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out in Lecce tilt Ehizibue had two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 win versus Lecce before subbing off at the 74th minute due to a leg injur...

Impact Ehizibue had a fine offensive performance but couldn't finish the game as he asked to come out a few minutes after getting tangled up with a pair of opponents on a tackle. He'll have to be evaluated ahead of Sunday's match versus Empoli. He was replaced by Festy Ebosele.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Verona Ehizibue drew four fouls and recorded three shots (zero on goal), three clearances and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Verona.

Impact Ehizibue had a pretty active display down the flank despite the loss. He's getting more minutes than earlier in the season since Roberto Pereyra has moved to another role without Florian Thauvin (thigh). He has notched four crosses (zero accurate), five shots (zero on target) and three tackels (all won) in his last five appearances.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in in Salernitana match Ehizibue (head) generated one cross (zero accurate), one block and two clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Salernitana.

Impact Ehizibue saw some action only late in the game after a head injury and didn't put up numbers. He'll compete with Joao Ferreira and Roberto Pereyra (thigh) to start in the next match since Festy Ebosele is suspended. He has logged one assist, four shots (one on target), six crosses (three accurate) and 10 clearances in the last four rounds.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Will be on bench versus Salernitana Ehizibue "had a significant head trauma and trained with us just twice this week, so the choice will be between Festy Ebosele and Joao Ferreira on Saturday," coach Gabriele Cioffi...

Impact Ehizibue won't miss time after picking up an injury in the previous game but will drop to the bench after three straight starts. He could still feature as a sub. He has assisted once and logged six shots (one on target), two chances created and five crosses (three accurate) in the last five rounds.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Doing fine after head injury Ehizibue underwent a CT scan after a blow to the head in Saturday's match versus Genoa, which came back clean, Udinese informed.

Impact Ehizibue was quickly discharged from the hospital and will be monitored throughout the week to see whether he could play versus Salernitana on Saturday. Otherwise, Festy Ebosele or Roberto Pereyra (thigh) would start on the right wing.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in 1-1 draw Ehizibue assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Cagliari.

Impact Ehizibue shined in his second start of the season, as he sent in a cross for Jordan Zemura, who netted the opening goal of the match on a shot from the center of the box. The assist marked the first of the campaign for Ehizibue, while he also set new season highs with three shots and three accurate crosses in the match.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Substituted against Juventus Ehizibue generated one cross (zero accurate) and two tackles in Monday's 1-0 victory against Juventus. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 10th minute.

Impact Ehizibue recorded two dribbles and showcased defensive prowess with three clearances, two tackles and an interception. He was replaced by Joao Ferreira in the 65th minute. Ehizibue has featured in 10 games but this was his very first start of the season.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Verona game Ehizibule (knee) drew two fouls and had one pass in three minutes in Sunday's 3-3 draw with Verona.

Impact Ehizibue returned in exactly seven months as he suffered an ACL tear in early May. He'll compete with Festy Ebosele once fully up to speed physically. He was the starter in the past campaign, where he scored twice and added 37 crosses (nine accurate), 47 tackles, and 13 shots (six on target) in 27 appearances.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with major injury Ehizibue will undergo surgery due to a torn ACL in his right knee, Udinese announced.

Impact Ehizibue got seriously injured in the past game, and the tests confirmed the early grim sensation. He's headed for an extended absence that will stretch well into next season. Festy Ebosele and Roberto Pereyra will handle the position in the remaining fixtures.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Carried off against Napoli Ehizibue had one chance created, one inaccurate cross, two clearances, and two tackles (one won) before subbing out at the 82nd minute of Thursday's 1-1 draw with Napoli due to a k...

Impact Ehizibue had an ordinary performance and had to sub off early as he tweaked his knee landing awkwardly. He was laboring and struggling to put weight on his leg. He's headed for some tests before Monday's match against Sampdoria. He was replaced by Festy Ebosele.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots versus Lecce Ehizibue drew two fouls, won five duels, and registered three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 0-1 defeat to Lecce.

Impact Ehizibue had two of the biggest chances for his side, which he paced in attempts, thanks to timely back-door cuts on long crosses, but his finish got blocked by Antonino Gallo in the first case, and he was denied by Wladimiro Falcone on the second one. He has logged six shots (three on target), six crosses (one accurate), 13 tackles (eight won), and eight clearances in the past five fixtures.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow in loss Ehizibue recorded one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Roma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minute.

Impact Ehizibue was shown a yellow card in the 49th minute Sunday, his sixth booking of the season. He also whipped in one inaccurate cross, attempted one tackle, intercepted two passes, made one clearance and blocked one shot in his 71 minutes of action.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in Milan contest Ehizibue (thigh) won one of two tackles and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 win over AC Milan.

Impact Ehizibue was in the right place at the right time to nudge home a square ball by Destiny Udogie for his second goal since moving to Italy. He has posted two shots (both on target), three key passes, 11 crosses (one accurate), and 16 tackles (ten won) in his last five appearances.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahimovic becomes oldest Serie A scorer but AC Milan loses

Zlatan Ibrahimovic became the oldest scorer in Serie A history at age 41 but had little else to celebrate after AC Milan was beaten 3-1 at Udinese

MARCH 18, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting as expected Ehizibue (thigh) is in the lineup for Saturday's match versus AC Milan.

Impact Ehizibue had to leave last match with a thigh issue, but is healthy and starting again for the team. He has recorded one goal on 18 crosses (four accurate) in the last four matches.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be fine for Milan game Ehizibue wasn't mentioned by the coach in the pre-game presser, and he had a clean week of practice, Sportitalia informs.

Impact Ehizibue appears to have avoided any kind of injury after leaving the past game a little early and could keep his place in the XI over Festy Ebosele. He has logged three chances created, 14 crosses (two accurate), 14 tackles (nine won), and four clearances in the last five appearances.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE