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Nigerian international Alex Iwobi Shines as Fulham stun Liverpool in five-goal thriller

Nigerian international Alex Iwobi Shines as Fulham stun Liverpool in five-goal thriller

Alex Iwobi delivered a standout performance as Fulham edged past Liverpool 3-2 in a dramatic Premier League clash at Craven Cottage on Matchday 31, dealing a blow to the visitors’ title aspirations.

Liverpool began the encounter with confidence and quickly stamped their authority on the match.

In the 14th minute, Alexis Mac Allister unleashed a thunderous strike from over 20 metres out, finding the top corner with a sensational finish to put the Reds in front.

But Fulham’s response was swift and emphatic. Just nine minutes later, Ryan Sessegnon brought the hosts level, capitalising on a lapse in Liverpool’s defensive structure.

The equaliser shifted the momentum, and Marco Silva’s side took full advantage.

Alex Iwobi, who had been lively throughout, then tilted the balance firmly in Fulham’s favour.

In the 32nd minute, the Nigerian international struck with precision, sending a powerful low shot past Alisson to give Fulham a 2-1 lead.

His goal ignited the home crowd and signalled Fulham’s intent to control the match.

The pressure continued to mount on Liverpool, and it wasn’t long before Fulham struck again.

Just five minutes after Iwobi’s goal, Rodrigo Muniz made it 3-1 with a dazzling solo effort.

The Brazilian forward weaved past Virgil van Dijk and finished with poise to further rattle a Liverpool side that suddenly looked vulnerable.

Jürgen Klopp’s team attempted to regroup after the break, pushing forward in search of a response.

Their efforts paid off in the 72nd minute when Luis Díaz reduced the deficit, slotting home after a determined attacking move.

However, despite late pressure and a flurry of half-chances, Liverpool could not find an equaliser.

Iwobi’s work rate and creativity were central to Fulham’s victory, as the home side held firm in the closing stages to seal a memorable win.

The result continues a promising season for the Cottagers, who remain comfortably mid-table with renewed confidence.

For Liverpool, the defeat raises questions about their consistency as the title race tightens.

Despite maintaining a nine-point lead over Arsenal, who drew 1-1 with Everton, the Reds now face mounting pressure with seven matches left in the campaign.

Fulham’s victory not only disrupts Liverpool’s rhythm but also highlights their own upward trajectory—spearheaded by a resurgent Iwobi, who was the standout performer on a night to remember at Craven Cottage.

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