James Abankwah

Wins two tackles in Como contest

Abankwah registered two tackles (two won), two blocks and three clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Como.

Analysis: Abankwah opened the campaign ahead of Nicolo Bertola and Branimir Mlacic after playing a lot while on loan at Watford last season and held up nicely for the most part, even though his side couldn't completely contain a high-powered offense. He'll have to keep it up to retain the starting job, and Udinese might add further defenders down the stretch.