EPL Milestone: Iwobi Surpasses John Mikel Obi’s Record

“Fulham’s Alex Iwobi Breaks Nigerian Premier League Minutes Record, Surpassing John Mikel Obi”Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has achieved a significant milestone by setting a new record for the most minutes played by a Nigerian in the Premier League. Iwobi surpassed the previous record held by former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi after completing 90 minutes in Fulham’s recent 1-0 home defeat to Newcastle United.With this achievement, Iwobi’s total minutes played in the English top-flight now stands at 16,289, surpassing Mikel’s previous record of 16,218 minutes. The 27-year-old midfielder, who previously had spells with Arsenal and Everton, joined Fulham last summer and has been a key player for Marco Silva’s side.Throughout the current season, Iwobi has showcased his versatility and contributed five goals in 25 league appearances for Fulham. His consistent performances highlight his importance to the team’s midfield and attacking efforts, solidifying his status as a standout Nigerian player in the Premier League.