Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi continued his sensational run in the Premier League with another crucial contribution, delivering a brilliant assist against Southampton to inspire Fulham’s dramatic 2-1 away victory at St Mary’s Stadium on Saturday evening.
Fulham’s European hopes boosted by Alex Iwobi’s brilliance
In a tense Premier League Matchday 34 encounter, the Nigerian international provided the decisive equaliser to ignite Fulham’s late fightback, Footballrover reports.
The 28-year-old midfielder, who played 87 minutes before being substituted, now boasts 15 goal contributions—nine goals and six assists—in 39 appearances across all competitions this season.
Despite Southampton taking the lead in the 14th minute through Jack Stephens’ header, Fulham grew into the contest.
After missing several chances in the first half, the Cottagers pressed harder after the break.
Willian rattled the post, and Southampton themselves struck the woodwork through Cameron Archer.
Fulham finally found their breakthrough when Emile Smith Rowe fired home after controlling Alex Iwobi’s pass, with a fortunate deflection helping the ball over Aaron Ramsdale.
The Cottagers completed their comeback in stoppage time when Ryan Sessegnon nodded in Adama Traoré’s cross, sealing a vital win.
Late drama secures Fulham’s top-eight push thanks to Alex Iwobi
With this win, Fulham climbed above Brighton into eighth, keeping their European qualification hopes alive with four matches remaining.
Meanwhile, Southampton’s misery deepened, suffering a 14th home defeat, as they remained rooted to the bottom of the table.
Iwobi continues to shine at a crucial time, and Fulham fans will hope his magic touch endures as the race for Europe heats up.
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