Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has expressed gratitude to Nigerians around the world as he prepares to make his 100th appearance for the national team in Wednesday’s international friendly against Portugal in Leiria.
The Fulham star is set to reach a significant milestone nearly 11 years after making his senior debut for Nigeria.
“I am proud to be where I am today and proud to wear the green and white,” Iwobi told thenff.com. “I am grateful to everyone, including the coach who called me up to the team for the first time. I have no regrets about choosing Nigeria.”
Iwobi made his debut for the Super Eagles in a friendly against DR Congo in Visé, Belgium, on 8 October 2015. More than a decade later, he is preparing to earn his 100th cap in another friendly fixture on European soil.
The midfielder revealed that despite representing England at youth level, he always felt a strong connection to Nigeria.
“I first went to the Nigeria U23 camp and immediately felt at home. I had represented England at youth level but always felt Nigeria was home,” he said.
Reflecting on the milestone, Iwobi remained modest about his achievements.
“After 10 years and eight months, I won’t say I am a legend; I only see myself as a Super Eagles player. It feels great to be approaching 100 caps and, on a lighter note, I wish I could add another 100.”
Among his many memories in national colours, Iwobi singled out his decisive goal against Zambia in Uyo in October 2017, which secured Nigeria’s qualification for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
“That remains my most memorable moment because both my parents were in the stadium and we celebrated together afterwards,” he recalled.
Iwobi has represented Nigeria at four Africa Cup of Nations tournaments, winning silver in 2023 and bronze medals in 2019 and 2025, while also featuring at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
His father, Barrister Chuka Iwobi, described the milestone as a proud moment for the entire family.
“Alex loves playing for Nigeria and always gives his best. No one can question his commitment, devotion and patriotism whenever he wears the green and white,” he said.
