‘Ronaldinho from Nigeria’ – Brazil star hails Alex Iwobi after stunning Fulham showing vs Liverpool

Alex Iwobi delivered a performance for the ages on Sunday as Fulham stunned Premier League leaders Liverpool 3-2 at Craven Cottage – and drew high praise from his teammate Andreas Pereira, who compared him with Barcelona great Ronaldinho, Soccernet.ng reports.

Iwobi was at the heart of Fulham’s comeback, scoring a stunning goal and providing a classy assist as Marco Silva’s side produced arguably their best display of the season.

The win ended Liverpool’s 26-match unbeaten run and breathed new life into Fulham’s European ambitions.

Liverpool had taken the lead through Alexis Mac Allister, but Fulham responded with a remarkable 14-minute blitz midway through the first half.

Ryan Sessegnon equalised with a well-taken half-volley before Alex Iwobi turned the game on its head with a superb left-footed strike, capitalising on a mistake by Andy Robertson.

Minutes later, Alex Iwobi turned provider, delivering a pinpoint cross for Rodrigo Muniz to add a third.

Luis Díaz pulled one back for the Reds in the second half, but Fulham held firm to seal a memorable win and move within four points of the Champions League places.

Alex Iwobi becomes the first Nigerian to hit 30+ goals and 30+ assists in the Premier League pic.twitter.com/A9GWqqXHCZ

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What Pereira said of Alex Iwobi 

After the game, Iwobi posted a series of celebratory photos on Instagram, including his goal and jubilant moments with teammates Calvin Bassey and Pereira.

Bassey cheekily captioned ... with “hop out the motor”, referencing their celebration, while Pereira went even further, writing: “Ronaldinho from Nigeria.”

It was another statement performance from Iwobi, who has been one of Fulham’s standout players this season.

With 37 appearances, 32 starts, 8 goals and 5 assists, he’s been a mainstay under Silva and continues to prove his value in big moments.

Iwobi also reached a personal milestone, becoming the first Nigerian in Premier League history to register at least 30 goals and 30 assists – a testament to his growing influence in England’s top flight.

As Fulham quietly edge into contention for a European spot, the form of Iwobi may yet prove crucial in their late-season push.