Bayern Munich Star David Alaba Hails Matchwinner Rubin Okotie
Speaking after scoring the winning goal in Austria’s hard fought 1 - 0 win over Russia on Saturday in Euro 2016 qualifying, 1860 Munich attacker Rubin Okotie has refused to criticize the coach for failing to name him in the starting eleven.<br /><br />Manager Marcello Koller introduced the Austrian - Nigerian just before the hour mark, and he registered his name on the score - sheet for the second game in succession after hitting target in the 73rd minute.<br /><br />“<span style="" class="notranslate">Every player wants to play, but I understand and accept the decision of the coaching staff,</span>” Okotie was quoted as saying by <i>Krone</i>.<br /><br />Meanwhile, Bayern Munich defender David Alaba, who was unavailable for selection as a result of injury, has hailed Okotie for netting the game winning goal.<br /><br />“<span style="" class="notranslate">I am very proud of him, </span><span style="" class="notranslate"></span>” <span style="" class="notranslate">Alaba said briefly.</span><br /><br />After four rounds, Austria lead Group G of Euro 2016 qualifying ahead of Sweden and Russia after accumulating 10 points.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />
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