Alex Iwobi scores first league goal for Fulham in win over Wolves
Nigeria Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi scored his first English Premier League goal for Fulham in their hard fought 3-2 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The former Everton man opened score for the Cottages in an end to end encounter at the Craven Cottage which saw a late Willian penalty seal a vital win.
Fulham took the lead after a passing move was swept home by Alex Iwobi for his first Fulham Premier League goal just 8 minutes into the match.
In the 23rd minute, Wolves come from behind with Matheus Cunha heading in a lofted cross at the back post ending the tie at first half 1-1.
In the second phase, Willian put the hosts in the lead just before the hour mark after a controversial VAR decision in the 56th minute.
Tim Ream restored parity 76 minutes after blasting the penalty high into the net following a foul in the box of Fulham.
A dramatic finish the game was as Willian came handy to score his second of the night from the penalty spot 4 minutes into the additional time after 7 minutes was added at full time.
The first win in 5 matches put Fulham 14 after 13 matches with 15 points. They play Liverpool next on Saturday.
Uche Dozie
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