Iwobi surpasses Super Eagles legends Jay Jay Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu as first Nigerian to hit 30+ goals and 30+ assists in PL history

Calvin Bassey celebrates with Alex Iwobi after his milestone display for Fulham against Liverpool.

Iwobi surpasses Super Eagles legends Jay Jay Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu as first Nigerian to hit 30+ goals and 30+ assists in PL history

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 10:09 - 08.04.2025

Super Eagles playmaker Alex Iwobi achieved the milestone during the five-goal thriller against Premier League leaders Liverpool at Fulham.

Super Eagles playmaker Alex Iwobi has etched his name into the Premier League record books, becoming the first Nigerian to reach the coveted milestone of 30+ goals and 30+ assists. 

The historic moment arrived during a pulsating five-goal thriller at Craven Cottage, where Iwobi’s Fulham stunned league leaders Liverpool with a 3-2 victory on Sunday.

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Iwobi was the undisputed star of the show, delivering a performance that left fans and pundits in awe. The 28-year-old midfielder opened his account with a coolly taken goal, his eighth of the season, before capping his display with a decisive assist for the match-winner. 

His contributions not only secured a famous win for the Cottagers but also propelled him to a career tally of 34 goals and 30 assists in England’s top flight, a feat no Nigerian has achieved before.

Iwobi made history against Liverpool at Craven Cottage.

Liverpool, who had marched into West London unbeaten on the road this season, found their title party abruptly halted. Fulham’s rampant display, spearheaded by Iwobi’s brilliance, handed the Reds their first away defeat of the campaign. 

The Super Eagles star’s blend of flair and precision tore through Liverpool’s vaunted defense, with teammate Calvin Bassey also playing a key role in the upset.

Iwobi unleashing the venomous strike against Liverpool.

Iwobi’s red-hot form has been a cornerstone of Fulham’s resurgence this season. The victory lifted Marco Silva’s side to eighth in the Premier League standings, edging them closer to a potential European football berth next term. 

For Iwobi, it’s the latest chapter in a stellar campaign that’s seen him evolve from a reliable talent into a bona fide game-changer.

Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi enjoy the win against Liverpool.

As Liverpool lick their wounds and reassess their title charge, Iwobi’s landmark achievement shines a spotlight on Nigerian talent thriving abroad. 

With his stock soaring, the Super Eagles star is proving week after week that he’s not just a history-maker, he’s a force to be reckoned with.