The Digest:
Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi is poised to earn his 90th international cap as the Super Eagles face Gabon in today's decisive World Cup playoff in Rabat. The milestone underscores the 29-year-old's consistent influence since switching allegiance from England in 2015, having become a mainstay in Nigeria's midfield across multiple AFCON and World Cup campaigns.
Key Points:
- Alex Iwobi is set to make his 90th appearance for Nigeria against Gabon.
- The 29-year-old is expected to start in today's World Cup playoff in Rabat.
- Iwobi switched allegiance from England to Nigeria in 2015.
- He made his Super Eagles debut in a friendly against DR Congo.
- The midfielder has featured in two World Cups and three AFCON tournaments.
- He was instrumental in Nigeria's 2019 and 2023 AFCON campaigns.
- Iwobi is a product of Arsenal's youth academy.
Sources: Complete Sports
