There’s something brewing in the Premier League, and Nigerians are taking notice. Football has always been more than just a sport in Nigeria—it’s a source of pride, joy, and national celebration.
And when one of our own makes headlines in England, you know the streets will be talking. This time, it’s Fulham’s Alex Iwobi who’s caught everyone’s attention, and not just because of his recent performance, but for surpassing the legendary Nwankwo Kanu’s assist record, as per Daily Post.
’s no small feat, and when you consider who Kanu is in Nigerian football folklore, it only adds more weight to Iwobi’s achievement.
Alex Iwobi Breaks Kanu’s Record
Fulham’s 3-1 win at Craven Cottage over the weekend wasn’t just any ordinary victory. Alex Iwobi made his presence felt in a big way, setting up Emile Smith Rowe for Fulham’s second goal in the first half.
That assist was his 30th in the Premier League, pushing him past Nwankwo Kanu’s long-standing record of 29 assists. Kanu, who dazzled us all with his skills while playing for Arsenal, West Brom, and Portsmouth, held that record for years.
But Iwobi, who has also represented Arsenal and Everton in the past, has now etched his name in the books as the Nigerian with the most assists in the Premier League.
Recall, the Nigerian midfielder made headlines when he scored, marking his tenth consecutive season finding the back of the net in the Premier League.
At 28, Iwobi continues to prove his worth. With one goal and three assists in just five league appearances this season, the boy from Lagos is definitely not slowing down anytime soon.
