Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has heaped praise on Fulham’s Nigerian winger, Alex Iwobi, ahead of their Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.
As Fulham head into the match in strong form, currently sitting sixth in the league, Guardiola acknowledged Iwobi’s impressive performances, which have contributed to Fulham’s promising start to the season.
Fulham has collected 11 points from their first six games, with three wins, two draws, and one loss, which came in their opening match against Manchester United. Iwobi has played a key role in the Cottagers’ early success, registering one goal and one assist in six appearances.
Speaking during his pre-match press conference, Guardiola highlighted Fulham’s attacking prowess and specifically praised Iwobi’s impact.
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“Fulham have a lot of weapons and speed,” Guardiola said. “I have never seen Iwobi in the form he is playing right now.”
Iwobi, a seasoned Premier League player with 259 appearances, has been a vital player for Fulham under manager Marco Silva. His combination of pace, creativity, and vision has helped drive Fulham’s attack this season, making him a key figure in their current run of form, which includes a recent 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest.
As Fulham prepares to face Manchester City, Iwobi’s contributions will be crucial in their efforts to challenge the defending champions. With City dominating the Premier League in recent years, Fulham will need players like Iwobi to be at their best to stand a chance of securing a positive result.
Guardiola’s praise of Iwobi also reflects the wider admiration for the Nigerian international’s talents. His performances have not only caught the attention of Premier League fans but will also be key for Nigeria’s upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Super Eagles interim coach Augustine Eguavoen will look to rely on Iwobi as Nigeria faces Libya in two crucial matches in October.
As the match approaches, all eyes will be on Iwobi to see if he can continue his fine form and help Fulham take on the challenge of Manchester City.