Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi and Nigerian youth prospect Chibuzo Nwoko have both earned nominations for Fulham’s April 2025 Goal of the Month award, highlighting the rising influence of Nigerian talent at the London club.
Iwobi’s strike against Chelsea, his 15th goal contribution of the season, came in the 20th minute of the fiercely contested London derby. He received the ball on the edge of the box, took a deft touch, and slotted it past goalkeeper Robert Sánchez with his left foot. Though Fulham ultimately lost 2-1, the goal remains one of the standout moments of the month.
Nwoko, a left-footed midfielder with Fulham’s U21 side, also impressed with a sensational goal in the Premier League 2 playoffs against Nottingham Forest U21s. Coming on as an 84th-minute substitute, he took a sharp touch before unleashing a right-footed rocket into the top corner during extra time, sealing the win in dramatic fashion.
The Nigerian duo, both represented by agent Emeka Obasi, are competing with Rodrigo Muniz, Emile Smith Rowe, Ryan Sessegnon (nominated twice), Parker, and Seth Ridgeon for the fan-voted accolade.
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Editorial
When two Nigerians feature prominently in a Premier League club’s monthly award shortlist, it’s more than a personal achievement it’s a statement. Alex Iwobi and Chibuzo Nwoko are showing, in different ways, the depth of Nigerian talent flourishing at all levels in England.
Iwobi continues to evolve, having arguably his best season in terms of goal involvement. Once known for his industrious link-up play, he’s now adding consistent end product to his game. Meanwhile, Nwoko’s emergence at youth level is equally exciting. His thunderbolt against Nottingham Forest U21s hints at a bright future and it’s the kind of moment that makes fans, and scouts, sit up.
Beyond the goals, this nomination spotlight reflects positively on Nigeria’s developmental footprint in European football. Iwobi inspires; Nwoko signals what’s to come. Fulham may just be witnessing a Nigerian renaissance and the national team selectors should be watching closely too.
Did You Know?
- Alex Iwobi has now surpassed his previous best season tally for goal contributions across all competitions.
- Chibuzo Nwoko was scouted from a UK-based Nigerian football academy and joined Fulham’s U18s in 2023.
- Iwobi is one of only three Nigerian players to have scored against both Chelsea and Arsenal in the same Premier League season.
- The Premier League 2 (where Nwoko plays) was introduced to bridge the gap between youth and senior football, offering players U21 and under a competitive pathway.
- Ryan Sessegnon, also nominated for Goal of the Month, was once Fulham’s youngest-ever debutant at 16 years and 81 days.
