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Liverpool legend Michael Owen has reacted to Alex Iwobi’s two goals for Fulham against West Ham.
Graham Potter's first Premier League match as West Ham United's coach ended in a 3-2 win over Fulham at the London Stadium.
Iwobi, who has been one of Fulham’s best players this season, played an important role for his team.
However, despite scoring two goals in the game for Fulham, his performance did not reflect on the result.
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It's difficult: Frustration for Iwobi's coach after loss despite Super Eagles star's carbon copy heroics
West Ham United defeated Alex Iwobi’s Fulham side to return to winning ways in the Premier League.
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Iwobi eclipses Kanu to reach new Premier League milestone
Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi could retire as the greatest Nigerian player in Premier League history
Owen speaks on Iwobi’s goal
After the match, Liverpool legend Michael Owen said on Premier League Productions that the two shots were meant to be crosses but ended up in the goal.
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He said, "It's a mistake and then it's a cross. Could the goalkeeper do better? I am not sure. It's quite a tricky one, Shaun."
Owen also added that Iwobi’s second goal was similar to the first, "Iwobi scored two goals and both of them were crosses. Incredible."
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The 2024–2025 season has seen Iwobi, who is renowned for his inventiveness and technical proficiency, reach new heights.
The Super Eagles midfielder has scored seven goals and provided three assists for Fulham this season.
The Nigerian midfielder has now solidified his place in history by surpassing Super Eagles great Nwankwo Kanu's record of Premier League appearances.
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