Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi has ignited the flames of a heated Boxing Day showdown, boldly declaring Fulham’s intent to expose Chelsea’s weakness.
The Super Eagles midfielder, riding high on confidence, didn’t hold back as he labelled the West London derby a “war,” promising to bring the fight to Stamford Bridge, Footballrover reports.
But what exactly does the Nigerian international have up his sleeve for the high-riding Blues?
The Nigerian international described the clash at Stamford Bridge as a fierce battle, urging his teammates to exploit Chelsea’s weaknesses to maintain their unbeaten December run.
Fulham’s midfield star on fire
Iwobi has been instrumental in Fulham’s impressive form this December. With five goals and three assists in the Premier League this season, the Nigerian international has shown exceptional skill and leadership.
Speaking to the club’s media, he praised Fulham’s depth, emphasising the impact their substitutes can make, and hinted at their detailed preparation to exploit Chelsea’s weaknesses.
A battle beyond skills and form
Describing the West London derby, Alex Iwobi stressed that the game would be more about determination than form or skill.
“Yeah, we will analyse, then we will see their weakness and their strength and know how we can exploit them. ‘It is going to be war,” he declared.
Fulham’s focus, according to Iwobi, will be on identifying and targeting Chelsea’s vulnerabilities, a strategy he believes could tilt the game in their favour.
Fulham’s eyes on Europe
The Boxing Day clash is crucial for Fulham as they aim to strengthen their league position and continue their pursuit of a European spot.
Iwobi’s confidence and determination reflect Fulham’s ambition to maintain their unbeaten streak and assert dominance in this critical fixture.
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