Alex Iwobi Surpasses Salah in Premier League Appearances
Alex Iwobi, a midfielder for Fulham, has made significant strides in Premier League history by moving into second place among African players for all-time appearances. He recently surpassed Mohamed Salah's tally, achieving a total of 328-329 appearances, with Kolo Touré holding the record at 353 appearances.
Iwobi reached this milestone during Fulham's 1-0 victory over Coventry City in late October 2026, marking his 328th appearance. His appearances have been accumulated over his career at three clubs: 100 for Arsenal, 123 for Everton, and over 100 for Fulham since joining in 2023.
Iwobi is also recognized as the Nigerian record holder in the competition, having overtaken Shola Ameobi's previous record of 298 appearances. He remains approximately 25 appearances short of matching Touré's overall African record, and his consistent performance positions him as a reliable player in the Premier League.
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