By Rose Moses
Alex Iwobi’s spectacular performances at the ongoing AFCON 2025 in Morocco is proving he’s the rightful heir to one of African football’s greatest legacies, running the midfield for the Super Eagles just like his uncle, the legendary Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha, did in his prime.
In practically all the Nigerian matches so far played at the tournament, the Fulham star has emerged as the creative spark igniting Nigeria’s attack, pulling the strings from the heart of midfield with dazzling dribbles, pinpoint vision, and that unmistakable Okocha swagger and passes.
Fans and pundits alike hail him as a bona fide star, whose flair evokes memories of Jay-Jay’s unforgettable Super Eagles days - those free-kick wonders and no-look passes that lit up World Cups and AFCONs then.
That Nigerian football fans, not too long ago, went for this same Iwobi’s jugular and wanted to skin him alive (figuratively speaking) over what they saw as poor performance, only shows how ‘unreasonably’ passionate fans can get about the game.
Well, time and tide, and AFCON 2025 is definitely Iwobi’s time to shine! In recent matches, especially at AFCON 2025, Iwobi’s influence has been electric, dictating tempo, unlocking defenses, and delivering moments of pure genius that remind everyone why the Okocha bloodline runs deep in Nigerian football.
As the Super Eagles gear up for their next challenge, all eyes are on Iwobi to carry the torch even higher.
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