Tag: Alex Iwobi

Alex Iwobi played for Arsenal Football Club. The Nigerian forward joined Arsenal as a youth in 2004 and made his first team debut in 2015. Iwobi left Arsenal for Everton in 2019 for £28m. In total, he made 149 appearances for Arsenal and scored 15 goals. Iwobi wore the number 17 shirt for Arsenal. He was born on May 3, 1995. Iwobi currently plays for Everton.

Iwobi sends message to Nigeria fans for Independence Day

Alex Iwobi sent a message to all the Nigerian Arsenal fans for their Independence Day on Monday.

Smith: It’s enlightening and heartening to watch Iwobi shine this season

Alan Smith is delighted at the progress of Alex Iwobi this season and thinks the 22-year-old adds something different to the current Arsenal team.

Maitland-Niles and Kolasinac both ahead of schedule and Iwobi back in full training

Arsenal received a number of injury boosts over the international break, the biggest of which were the updates on Sead Kolasinac and Ainsley Maitland-Niles.

Another Arsenal boost ahead of Newcastle clash

Arsenal have welcomed Alex Iwobi back to training after the Nigerian recovered from his illness.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: Alex Iwobi of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Burnley at Emirates Stadium on May 6, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Chuka Iwobi: Alex should be back before the game against Newcastle

Alex Iwobi's father has revealed to the media his son should be back from illness before Arsenal's match against Newcastle United, despite missing the international break with Nigeria.

Iwobi won’t be replaced in national squad

Nigeria’s manager Gernot Rohr won’t call up any replacements for Alex Iwobi, Ola Aina and William Troost Ekong, who all withdrew from the Super Eagles squad for their AFCON qualifier.

Arsenal register 11 Nigerians for Premier League

Arsenal have named their Premier League squad for the season and it contains 11 Nigerians.
DUBLIN, IRELAND - AUGUST 01: Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal and Alvaro Morata of Chelsea during the Pre-season friendly International Champions Cup game between Arsenal and Chelsea at Aviva stadium on August 1, 2018 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Sokratis joins list of Arsenal stars called up for the international break

Sokratis Papastathopoulos has joined a growing list of Arsenal stars called up for the upcoming international break, as the first of the dreaded weekends without Premier League football draws nearer.

Alex Iwobi ‘chooses intrigue’ as he stars in TV ad

Alex Iwobi has continued his foray into acting with a starring role in a commercial for DStv Compact TVC, a digital TV company.

Alex Iwobi makes Nollywood acting debut as movie lead

Alex Iwobi has made his debut in Nollywood, the Nigerian equivalent of ‘Hollywood’ or ‘Bollywood’.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: Alex Iwobi of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Burnley at Emirates Stadium on May 6, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Iwobi impresses as Arsenal waste chances and slip to late defeat: Player ratings v...

Arsenal let a 2-2 draw slip in the late stages on Saturday, falling to a one-goal defeat against Chelsea after a spirited fight back from 2-0 down.

“It was a pleasure to play with you”: Iwobi sends message to Moses after...

Alex Iwobi has sent a message to Nigerian teammate Victor Moses, after the Chelsea winger announced his retirement from international football this week.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: Alex Iwobi of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Burnley at Emirates Stadium on May 6, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Kanu congratulates Iwobi on new Arsenal contract

Arsenal legend Nwankwo Kanu has congratulated Alex Iwobi on his new contract with Arsenal, after the 22-year-old committed his future to his boyhood club on Friday.

Arsenal agree £60k-per-week Iwobi deal

Arsenal have reportedly agreed a five-year deal with Alex Iwobi worth £60k-per-week to the midfielder.

New deal for Iwobi

Alex Iwobi is set to sign a new four-year contract with Arsenal despite reports that Unai Emery wasn’t interested in keeping him at the club.
KALININGRAD, RUSSIA - JUNE 16: Alex Iwobi of Nigeria controls the ball during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia group D match between Croatia and Nigeria at Kaliningrad Stadium on June 16, 2018 in Kaliningrad, Russia. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Alex Iwobi ‘not in Emery’s plans’, wanted by Lazio

Alexi Iwobi is being eyed up by Lazio with a report in Italy claiming the Nigerian forward is not in Unai Emery’s plans.

Iwobi agrees ambassador deal

Alex Iwobi has agreed a deal to become an ambassador for DStv.
KALININGRAD, RUSSIA - JUNE 22: Granit Xhaka of Switzerland celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia group E match between Serbia and Switzerland at Kaliningrad Stadium on June 22, 2018 in Kaliningrad, Russia. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Rated: Arsenal’s 10 players in this summer’s World Cup

This summer, Arsenal had 10 players participating in the World Cup, if you include new signing Lucas Torreira, so let's take a look at how they all got on.
KALININGRAD, RUSSIA - JUNE 16: Alex Iwobi of Nigeria controls the ball during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia group D match between Croatia and Nigeria at Kaliningrad Stadium on June 16, 2018 in Kaliningrad, Russia. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

I didn’t do well – Iwobi admits World Cup issues

Alex Iwobi admitted that he ‘didn’t do well’ against Croatia but admits being played out of position is a ‘sacrifice’.
MURCIA, SPAIN - JUNE 07: David Ospina of Colombia looks on during a friendly match between Spain and Colombia at La Nueva Condomina stadium on June 7, 2017 in Murcia, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Assessed: Arsenal’s 9 players at the World Cup after 1 round of matches

On Tuesday afternoon the first round of World Cup matches drew to a close, so let's take a look at how the Arsenal players are getting on at the tournament so far.
during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Arsenal at The King Power Stadium on May 9, 2018 in Leicester, England.

Aubameyang: Show me I’m right, Iwobi

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has called on club teammate Alex Iwobi to prove him right to support Nigeria at this year's World Cup, with a post on social media.

Iwobi: Aubameyang is too flash

Alex Iwobi insists he's a better dresser than Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, taking a light-hearted shot at his new teammate in an interview on national team duty.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: Alex Iwobi of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Burnley at Emirates Stadium on May 6, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Iwobi: I was surprised Wenger left but I’m excited to work under Emery

Alex Iwobi admits he didn't expect Arsene Wenger to leave this summer, after spending his entire Arsenal career under the manager, but he's looking forward to the future now.

Aubameyang gives Wenger’s Arsenal story a happy ending: Player Ratings v Huddersfield

Arsenal gave Arsene Wenger one final win as a send off on Sunday afternoon, with a 1-0 victory over Huddersfield Town.
during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Arsenal at The King Power Stadium on May 9, 2018 in Leicester, England.

Spirited 10-man performance despite defeat: Player ratings v Leicester City

Arsenal lost yet another away match on Wednesday night, this time against Leicester City, but for once the team had a valid excuse.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 01: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his sides second goal with Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal and his team mates during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Stoke City at Emirates Stadium on April 1, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

4 out with injury, 5 changes from the weekend: Predicted XI v Leicester City

Arsenal face Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on Wednesday, as the Premier League season draws to a close this week.

Wright names 5 young players Wenger’s replacement should develop and build around

Ian Wright named the five young players he thinks the new Arsenal manager should develop and build around, given the club's reportedly limited transfer budget.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 06: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his sides first goal with Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Burnley at Emirates Stadium on May 6, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Aubameyang named in a number of teams of the week among other Arsenal stars

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is in a number of teams of the week after his fantastic performance for Arsenal this weekend against Burnley.

Arsenal agree deal with Iwobi, will sign at end of season

Arsenal have reportedly agreed a new deal with Alex Iwobi according to an exclusive in ScoreNigeria who often get reliable reports about African players.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 29: Henrikh Mkhitaryan of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his sides first goal with Granit Xhaka of Arsenal and Alex Iwobi of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal at Old Trafford on April 29, 2018 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Mkhitaryan and Ospina to start: Predicted XI v Atletico Madrid

Arsenal face Atletico Madrid in Spain on Thursday, in arguably the biggest game of the season for Arsene Wenger's side.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan

Mkhitaryan, Ospina and Iwobi return to training ahead of Atletico clash

Arsenal have received a double injury boost ahead of their match against Atletico Madrid on Thursday, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Alex Iwobi both returning to training.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 22: Alex Iwobi of Arsenal during UEFA Europa League Round of 32 match between Arsenal and Ostersunds FK at the Emirates Stadium on February 22, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Nigeria manager Rohr concerned about Iwobi’s club form

Nigeria manager Gernot Rohr is concerned about Alex Iwobi's recent form at Arsenal, according to reports in the country.

Wenger admits concerns over Mkhitaryan, Ospina and Iwobi ahead of Atletico

Arsene Wenger told his post-Manchester United press conference that the team have a few new injury worries after the trip to Old Trafford.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan

Mkhitaryan, Maitland-Niles and Mavropanos impress despite defeat: Player ratings v Manchester United

Arsenal lost 2-1 to Manchester United on Sunday, but the very young and inexperienced team can mostly hold their heads high after a fighting performance.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: Henrikh Mkhitaryan of Arsenal celebrates scoring the 3rd Arsenal goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Watford at Emirates Stadium on March 11, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Mkhitaryan to return: Predicted XI v Manchester United

Arsenal face Manchester United this weekend at Old Trafford, as Arsene Wenger makes his final trip to his old rivals as manager of his current club.
LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 01: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his sides third goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Stoke City at Emirates Stadium on April 1, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Lacazette and Ramsey star but others continue to struggle: Player ratings v West Ham

Arsenal kept their impressive win going with a 4-1 win in what we discovered on Friday would be Arsene Wenger's final London derby, against West Ham.

Özil and Ramsey to return: Predicted XI v West Ham United

Arsenal face West Ham United at home on Sunday, as the world reels from the news that it will be Arsene Wenger's penultimate Premier League match in North London.
Arsenal's Nigerian striker Alex Iwobi (L) runs away from CSKA Moscow's Israeli midfielder Bibras Natcho during the UEFA Europa League first leg quarter-final football match between Arsenal and CSKA Moscow at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 5, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Ben STANSALL

Iwobi: I picked Arsenal over West Ham

Alex Iwobi picked Arsenal over West Ham United as a young player, and says he's enjoying working under Arsene Wenger, but he'd like to play centrally more often.

The same mistakes once again: Player ratings v Newcastle United

Arsenal slipped to yet another embarrassing away defeat to opposition they should be beating easily on Sunday, as Newcastle ran out 2-1 victors at St. James Park.
Referee Andre Marriner (L) has words with Arsenal's Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Elneny during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium in London on April 8, 2018. / AFP PHOTO / Glyn KIRK /

Southampton manager rages about Arsenal bias while forgetting 2 things

Mark Hughes is furious that Mohamed Elneny had his red card overturned, claiming bias in favour of the big clubs but his own player was lucky to escape two red cards in the same game for awful challenges that make Elneny’s stroke look like a kitten toying a baby.