Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi recorded an assist as Fulham defeated relegated Southampton 2–1 in Saturday’s Premier League clash at St. Mary’s Stadium. The Nigerian midfielder, making his 34th appearance of the season, has now tallied nine goals and six assists for Fulham.
Compatriot Calvin Bassey also impressed, playing the full 90 minutes and delivering a solid defensive performance to help Fulham secure the win.
Southampton had taken the lead in the 14th minute through Stephens, hoping to avoid the ignominy of matching Derby County’s lowest ever Premier League points tally (11 points, 2007–08). However, Fulham hit back through Emile Smith Rowe in the 72nd minute before Ryan Sessegnon completed the comeback, lifting Fulham to eighth place on the table.
Editorial
Alex Iwobi’s steady rise into Fulham’s creative engine room is one of the standout success stories of Nigerian footballers abroad this season. Beyond the goals and assists, his evolution into a consistent performer in one of Europe’s toughest leagues signals the full maturation of a player once seen as inconsistent.
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It’s players like Iwobi and performances like Saturday’s that should excite Nigerian fans ahead of crucial international fixtures. His partnership with Calvin Bassey at Fulham also bodes well for the Super Eagles, especially as both players are gaining vital chemistry at club level.
Fulham’s steady climb to eighth shows what happens when talent meets work ethic. For Nigeria, it’s another reminder that our best players are sharpening themselves in elite environments and the national team can only benefit from this wealth of experience and form.
Did You Know?
- Alex Iwobi has now matched his highest single-season goal contributions (15) since his move to England’s top flight.
- Calvin Bassey, though known for his versatility, has played more games at centre-back than left-back this season at Fulham.
- Southampton’s relegation makes it their first drop from the Premier League since the 2004–05 season.
- Fulham’s current eighth-place standing is their highest Premier League finish since the 2008–09 season.
- Ryan Sessegnon, who scored the winner, returned to Fulham this season after a spell at Tottenham Hotspur.
