Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle and his first assistant Hedi Taboubi have commenced visits to key Nigerian players in Europe ahead of next month’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Franco-Malian tactician, who was appointed 7 January, began his European tour in England, where he met with Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi and Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi. During his …

Fulham manager Marco Silva is convinced that Nigeria international Alex Iwobi is among the best players, if not the best player in the club so far this season. Since joining the Cottagers last season, Iwobi has been impressive, establishing himself as one of Silva’s key players. The Super Eagles star has scored twice and provided two assists in 11 Premier …

After suffering ankle ligament damage during Friday’s 3-1 loss to Manchester United in their English FA Cup third-round match, Everton midfielder Alex Iwobi was out for three weeks and is anticipated to play against Arsenal on 3rd February. After being brutally tackled by Tyrell Malacia in the 47th minute, the 26-year-old former Arsenal player suffered ankle ligament damage. Following a …

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi and his teammate at Everton Jordan Pickford have nominated for English Premier League awards for September. The Nigeria international is in the running for EA Player of the Month as he continues to thrive for the Blues under manager Frank Lampard, catching the eye in a deeper central-midfield role. Iwobi is on the shortlist for …