Alex Iwobi Reaches Premier League Milestone with 300 Appearances
Alex Iwobi becomes the fifth African player to reach 300 Premier League appearances, cementing his legacy as one of Nigeria's finest football exports.
Iwobi's achievement is even more impressive considering he joins an elite group of African players who have reached this milestone...
Alex Iwobi made history in the English top division, reaching a remarkable milestone in his career. Despite his impressive achievement, Iwobi's Fulham side struggled to secure a win.
The Nigerian international player has cemented his place in Premier League records, becoming the first Nigerian to achieve 300 appearances in the league. This milestone showcases Iwobi's dedication and skill, having played for Fulham, Arsenal, and Everton throughout his career.
Iwobi's achievement is even more impressive considering he joins an elite group of African players who have reached this milestone, including Kolo Touré, Mohamed Salah, Jordan Ayew, and Wilfried Zaha.
Ahead of the match at St. James' Park, the 29-year-old had already made history by surpassing Shola Ameobi as Nigeria's most capped player in the Premier League.
Iwobi's milestone of 300 appearances solidifies his legacy as one of the most accomplished Nigerian players in England's top division.
The player achieved a milestone, becoming the fifth African to do so, following in the footsteps of Kolo Toure, Mohamed Salah, Wilfried Zaha, and Jordan Ayew.
He played the full 90 minutes in his team's defeat to Eddie Howe's side. During his time on the field, he had two shots and two crosses, registering 51 touches and 44 passes with a passing accuracy of 74.4% before being substituted for Jonah Kusi Asare.
Commenting on his new feat, Iwobi told Fulham's website after the game: “It’s amazing. It’s a big achievement to lead that, with the likes of Shola Ameobi and even my uncle (Jay-Jay Okocha) that’s participated in the Premier League.
“It’s an honour, but I’m not done yet, I’m going to keep on going and hopefully keep the record going.”
Born in Lagos to Nigerian parents, Alex Iwobi began his football journey at Arsenal, impressing in the youth ranks before earning a promotion to the senior squad under Arsene Wenger.
He made his first-team debut on October 27, 2015, starting in a League Cup match against Sheffield Wednesday. Just four days later, Iwobi made his Premier League debut, coming on as a substitute for Mesut Ozil in Arsenal's 3-0 win over Swansea at the Emirates Stadium.
Alex Iwobi spent four seasons at Arsenal, where he achieved notable success, including two FA Community Shield titles and an FA Cup win. He was also recognized as the 2016 CAF Youth Player of the Year.
Alex Iwobi is the first Nigerian player to reach 300 Premier League appearances 🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/ygPsvJsplZ
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In August 2019, Iwobi joined Everton on a five-year deal, marking a new chapter in his career. Two notable moves later, he joined Fulham in 2023 for an undisclosed fee, bringing his talents to Craven Cottage, where he's continued to break records.
Alex Iwobi made history on April 6, 2024, during a match against Newcastle United, becoming the Nigerian player with the most minutes played in the Premier League. He surpassed the previous record held by John Obi Mikel.
In another notable achievement, Iwobi became the fifth African player to reach 50 Premier League appearances for three different clubs. This milestone was achieved on January 5, 2025, when he scored in a 2-2 draw against Ipswich Town
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