Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi has made history by becoming Africa's second-most capped player in Premier League history. He achieved this feat during Fulham's 1-1 draw against Aston Villa on Saturday, November 1, 2026. Iwobi's 329th appearance in the Premier League saw him overtake Mohamed Salah's record. He is now closing in on Kolo Toure, who leads the all-time ranking with 353 appearances. Iwobi's impressive record is a testament to his dedication and hard work in the sport.
Iwobi's journey to this milestone began in October 2015 when he made his Premier League debut for Arsenal against Swansea City. Since then, he has accumulated 329 appearances across three English clubs: Arsenal, Everton, and Fulham. His Premier League career has seen him record 100 outings for Arsenal, 123 for Everton, and 106 for Fulham. Iwobi's experience and skills have made him a valuable asset to his teams.
Beyond his impressive appearance record, Iwobi also holds the record for the most Premier League assists by a Nigerian player. He surpassed Nwankwo Kanu's previous tally of 29 assists in 2024. Yakubu Aiyegbeni remains Nigeria's highest-scoring player in the competition with 95 goals. Iwobi's contributions to his teams have been significant, and his records continue to inspire young players.
Iwobi's recent performances have been impressive, with Fulham drawing 1-1 with Aston Villa on Saturday. He started the match and played a crucial role in his team's performance. The draw saw Fulham move up the Premier League table, and Iwobi's experience was instrumental in the team's result. His Premier League journey has seen him score 11 goals for Arsenal, six goals for Everton, and one goal in eight appearances for Fulham this season.
Kolo Toure currently leads the all-time ranking with 353 appearances. Iwobi is now just 25 appearances away from overtaking Toure's record. With 29 matches to go in the 2027-28 season, Iwobi is on course to become the African player with the most appearances in the Premier League. His determination and passion for the sport will be crucial in achieving this goal.
Iwobi's Premier League career has seen him play for three top English clubs: Arsenal, Everton, and Fulham. He joined Everton in 2019 and made 123 appearances for the Toffees, scoring six goals. His experience at Everton helped him grow as a player, and he has since become a key player for Fulham. Iwobi's Premier League journey has been marked by significant milestones and records.
As Iwobi continues to make history in the Premier League, his contributions to Nigerian football cannot be overlooked. He has become an inspiration to young players, and his records continue to motivate them to work hard and achieve their goals. With his impressive appearance record and Premier League assists record, Iwobi has cemented his place as one of Nigeria's top players in the competition.
Key points
- Alex Iwobi is now Africa's second-most capped player in Premier League history with 329 appearances.
- Iwobi is 25 appearances away from overtaking Kolo Toure's record of 353 appearances.
- Iwobi holds the record for the most Premier League assists by a Nigerian player, surpassing Nwankwo Kanu's tally of 29 assists in 2024.
