Alex Iwobi’s sensational goal for Fulham in their 4-1 Premier League defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers at Craven Cottage on Saturday has captivated fans and football enthusiasts alike. The Nigerian midfielder curled a brilliant left-footed shot into the top corner in the 20th minute, giving Fulham a memorable moment despite their eventual loss.
Matheus Cunha was the standout performer for Wolves, scoring twice and providing an assist. His first goal in the 31st minute leveled the score, and his second, a stunning long-range strike, sealed Wolves’ commanding victory.
Iwobi’s goal has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with many fans praising the quality of the strike and predicting that it could be a contender for the 2025 Puskas Award. “This goal will be in contention for the best goal of the season next year,” tweeted Junior T. “Man is so good that he took that perfectly with his left foot. Nice one Iwobi.”
Other fans, including Nkululeko Tokologo and Uche Nwali, commended Iwobi’s ability and versatility, with Nwali defending Iwobi’s abilities in comparison to Nigerian football legend Jay-Jay Okocha. “He’s Alex Iwobi, and he’s an incredible player!” Nwali wrote.
Comparisons with other football greats were also drawn, with one fan even claiming that Iwobi is a better player than Ghana’s Michael Essien. “Alex Iwobi is better than Michael Essien, but you’re not ready for this conversation,” tweeted TheMadridPolls.
Despite the positive reactions, some fans were critical of Iwobi’s national team performances, expressing frustration over his inability to replicate his club form with the Super Eagles. “He should replicate it in AFCON,” commented Treasure, referring to the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Teammates, including Calvin Bassey, were also seen in awe of Iwobi’s strike, as captured in a photo shared by ESPN Africa. With his goal against Wolves, Iwobi now has 25 goals in the English Premier League, adding another impressive milestone to his career.
