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Alex Iwobi described his goal against former club Everton as a bittersweet experience, expressing mixed emotions about scoring at Goodison Park. Iwobi, who now plays for Fulham, capitalized on a solo run by Emile Smith Rowe to put his in what would be his last game at his former home ground. Reflecting on the moment, Iwobi shared that he has love and respect for Everton, which influenced his subdued celebration.
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Alex Iwobi’s performance against Everton underscores the emotional ties players often retain with former clubs. Scoring at Goodison Park carried a unique poignancy for Iwobi, who values his time there. His subdued celebration was a testament to his respect for Everton, highlighting the class and sportsmanship that can exist even in competitive sports.bet9ja.com
He added that his approach to scoring was deliberate, giving the Everton goalkeeper the eyes to net his second Premier League goal this season. Everton ultimately equalized in stoppage time, ending the match in a 1-1 draw. Despite the draw, Fulham climbed to 10th in the Premier League standings, ending a two game losing streak.
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For Fulham, Iwobi’s contributions have been vital in pushing the team higher up the standings. His goal against Everton reflects both personal growth and an ability to deliver in crucial moments, qualities that make him an asset to Fulham’s squad. As fans, we look forward to seeing how Iwobi and Fulham harness this ambition to compete further up the table.
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[Alex Iwobi](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/fan-zone/fulhams-marco-silva-dismisses-cyberbullying-concerns-for-alex-iwobi/) spent three years at Everton, becoming a key player before moving to Fulham.
Goodison Park has been Everton’s home since 1892, making it one of the oldest football grounds in England.
Fulham ended last season in 13th place in the Premier League but are aiming higher this season.
Iwobi has represented Nigeria's Super Eagles since 2015 and remains a prominent figure in Nigerian football.
This season marks Iwobi’s second in Fulham colours after joining from Everton.