Sam Sodje: Alex Iwobi Ranks Among Nigeria’s All-Time Football Greats

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Former Super Eagles and Brentford defender Sam Sodje says Alex Iwobi deserves more recognition after years of consistent performances. Since his 2015 international debut, Iwobi has earned 99 caps, placing him third on Nigeria’s all-time appearance list and closing in on the 111-cap record. In the English Premier League, he holds the record for most matches played by a Nigerian, featuring in over 318 games. Sodje highlighted the midfielder’s resilience in overcoming early scrutiny tied to his famous uncle. He praised Iwobi’s dedication to Fulham and the national team and insisted that, from a professional perspective, Iwobi belongs “up there with the best.”

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