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    Alex Iwobi Breaks Mikel Obi’s Record

    Emma TeeBy No Comments2 Mins Read

    • Alex Iwobi surpasses Mikel Obi’s record

    Alex Iwobi Breaks Mikel Obi's Record
    Alex Iwobi Breaks Mikel Obi’s Record

    Fulham’s Alex Iwobi has etched his name into the Premier League record books! In a recent showdown against Newcastle United, Iwobi’s resilience and endurance shone through as he played the entire 90 minutes, pushing his total Premier League playing time to an impressive 16,289 minutes.

    This remarkable achievement surpasses the previous record held by the legendary midfielder John Mikel Obi, who boasted 16,218 minutes on the field.

    Iwobi’s journey to this milestone commenced with Arsenal back in 2015. Since then, he has been a mainstay at various clubs, accumulating invaluable minutes of play. This season, the 27-year-old has been pivotal for Fulham, featuring in 24 matches and netting five goals along the way.

    While Mikel Obi may have previously held the record for most minutes, his illustrious career is adorned with a plethora of trophies. Throughout his remarkable 11-year tenure with Chelsea, Mikel secured two Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and the prestigious Champions League trophy in 2012.

    This historic achievement underscores Iwobi’s unwavering commitment and consistency in the Premier League. As he continues to carve his path in football, the footballing world eagerly anticipates if he can further augment his minutes on the pitch and perhaps challenge Mikel Obi’s legacy with future triumphs.

    Recall, After a period of quiet following the challenges faced during the AFCON finals, Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi has made a return to social media with a video post on his Instagram account.

    The video showcases highlights from his football journey and personal experiences, set to the backdrop of a rap song. In the caption, he simply writes “Lately…”

    Fans speculate that the rap, possibly penned by Iwobi himself, delves into his life narrative. The lyrics touch upon themes of overcoming obstacles, self-belief, and achieving success despite facing skepticism from others.

    The rap starts with, “Never thought I’d make it, but now people know me,” showing how he’s become famous. Later, he says things like, “Everything was worth it, now I’m known worldwide,” celebrating his achievements. He also seems to be talking to people who didn’t believe in him, saying, “They said I wasn’t good enough.”