Iwobi’s Afternoon Halted by Hamstring Strain Against Brentford
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi was forced off in the 42nd minute of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Brentford after pulling his right hamstring while chasing a loose ball. He was replaced immediately by fellow Nigerian Samuel Chukwueze. The like-for-like switch offered fresh legs on the wing, but Iwobi’s limp off the pitch raised concerns for manager Marco Silva. The first half ended goalless in a tight, physical contest. Brentford pressed high under coach Keith Andrews while Fulham stayed organised but struggled to create clear chances. Fulham now await a medical update on Iwobi’s fitness. With the season entering its final stages, any spell on the sidelines for their creative midfielder would be a significant setback.
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