Isaac Success not feeling special despite first Serie A goal for Udinese

Isaac Success scored his first goal for Udinese against Hellas Verona in the Serie A on Wednesday but says he does not feel special.

The 25-year-old Nigerian forward, who was making his first start for the club, put his team in front in the third minute. However, Verona equalised late in the game – as both sides settled for a 1-1 draw.

It was Udinese’s third straight draw in the Serie A and Success – though happy with his performance – expressed disappointment with the outcome of the game.

“Before the game, my teammates charged me, then I know my qualities and I know what contribution I can give to the team,” Success told Udinese TV.

“I played with confidence and I always try to do my best. My first goal in Serie A makes me happy but the result disappoints us because I think we deserved better.

“Now, we have to think about Sunday. Manager [Luca Gotti] is a great man and has a great personality, all the staff are of great help to everyone.

“Even before my arrival, I spoke with the coach and I immediately felt at ease.

“[On Wednesday], when I saw the formation, I was a bit surprised but at the same time I thought it was an opportunity to be exploited, those who are on the bench must always be ready to make their contribution.

“It is my first goal here, but I hope to score more and help the team. I don’t feel special, I think about the team first and I want to contribute to the common good.

“We are a group and I want to give everything. Too bad for the result but we look forward to the next game, we are all disappointed with the result and the guys want to redeem themselves.”

After playing for 63 minutes, the former Granada and Watford man was substituted for Jens Stryger Larsen.

Udinese, who are 14th on the league standings, will face third-placed Inter Milan on Sunday.