Madura United Display Resilience in Absence of Injured Odemwingie, Says Coach De Oliveira

Gomes De Oliveira, the coach of Indonesian club Madura United, has provided an update on the status of injured striker Osaze Odemwingie, highlighting that there is still no definitive timeline for his return to action. The Brazilian tactician, however, commended the squad for their commendable performance in Odemwingie’s absence.

Odemwingie, a former Super Eagles forward, last featured for the club on August 21st, contributing to a 1-1 draw in the Indonesian top flight. Since then, he has missed five consecutive league fixtures, during which Madura United secured three victories and suffered two losses.

Despite Odemwingie’s pivotal role as the top scorer with an impressive tally of 13 goals from 18 appearances, Coach De Oliveira expressed confidence in the team’s ability to adapt and succeed without their star player.

“We wait for his recovery, we keep monitoring him. If he has recovered one hundred percent he will return to practice and play,” De Oliveira affirmed in a statement to the club’s official website. He went on to emphasize the collective effort of the players, acknowledging their relentless dedication and the recent string of victories.

Currently occupying the fifth position with 45 points, Madura United trails the league leaders Bhayangkara by eight points in the competitive 18-team Indonesian league table. The team’s ability to maintain momentum in Odemwingie’s absence speaks volumes about their depth and determination, offering a promising outlook for the remainder of the season.