Relive how Calvin Bassey set Fulham on their way to a historic win against Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Fulham wrote their name in Premier League history with a stunning 2-1 victory against Manchester United. But it was a moment of pure brilliance from Nigeria's Calvin Bassey that stole the spotlight.
Pulse Sports Nigeria reports that Super Eagles AFCON 2023 stars Bassey and Alex Iwobi proved to be the heroes as Fulham shocked Manchester United at Old Trafford on Saturday.
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Relive Bassey’s wonder strike
The defining moment came in the 65th minute when Fulham found themselves in the lead, courtesy of Bassey's sensational strike. As the ball found its way to Bassey from a corner, his initial effort was inadvertently blocked by teammate Anthony Castagne. But Bassey, undeterred and hungry for glory, seized the opportunity with both hands.
With a swift turn and unwavering determination, the Super Eagle unleashed an unstoppable bullet of a shot into the roof of the net, leaving Cameroon's Andre Onana grasping at thin air.
It was a moment of sheer brilliance that shocked United fans at Old Trafford and around the footballing world as the former Ajax man took some Nigerians back to the AFCON round of 16 clash against Onana and Cameroon.
For Bassey, it marked a monumental milestone in his career as he notched his first-ever Premier League goal against Manchester United in unforgettable fashion.
The roar of the crowd, the beautiful celebration, and the sheer ecstasy of the moment will forever be in the memories of Fulham faithful and neutrals alike.
Manchester United did fight back courtesy of a Harry Maguire goal late on but there would be no denying Bassey and Fulham their deserved joy as fellow Nigerian, Alex Iwobi, ensured the Cottagers returned to London with maximum point when he fired in a dramatic winner in added time.
So, as you hit replay, and watch in awe as Calvin Bassey's thunderous strike lights up the hallowed turf of Old Trafford once again, for Fulham, it's a moment of triumph that will be cherished for years.
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