South African legend hails amazing Alex Iwobi
Accolades keep pouring in for Nigeria’s Alex Iwobi after he put up a wonderful display in Arsenal’s 1-1 draw against Liverpool in a Premier League game at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.
The Super Eagles attacker who was on the pitch for 28 minutes was a complete package for Unai Emery’s side has they avoided a home loss to continue their push for a top-four finish.
Liverpool went ahead in the 61st minutes through James Milner but Alex Iwobi’s pass that cut through 7 Liverpool players set Alexandre Lacazette up for Arsenal’s equalizer in the 82nd minutes.
The highlight of Alex Iwobi’s amazing display wasn’t just about the goal he assisted and the manner, but going full Claude Makelele and Ronaldinho mood was something of note. So much that South African legend who himself turned up for Premier League clubs such as Tottenham and Everton commended the 22-year attacker.
“Every time I watch Iwobi I’m on the edge of my chair. Baller,” tweeted Steven Pienaar from his Twitter handle.
Every time I watch Iwobi I’m on the edge of my chair.Baller
— Steven Pienaar (@therealstevenpi) November 3, 2018
Alex Iwobi was the only Arsenal player to complete multiple take-ons against Liverpool.
• 2 attempted
• 2 completedAdding much-needed dynamism off the bench. ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/TNEGq3WWIV
— Squawka Football (@Squawka) November 3, 2018
Alex Iwobi who has been amazing this season for Arsenal has just 1 goal in 8 Premier League games so far this season.
By: Tope Adefala
