Alex Iwobi delivered a standout performance, scoring and providing an assist as Fulham F.C. defeated Sunderland A.F.C. 3–1 at the Stadium of Light in Sunday’s Premier League encounter, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Also in action for Fulham was Calvin Bassey, while Samuel Chukwueze missed the fixture due to injury.
The victory ended Fulham’s run of three consecutive defeats and lifted them to 10th place in the league standings, displacing Newcastle from the top half. Sunderland, meanwhile, remain a comfortable 12th and appear well on course to secure their top-flight status for next season despite back-to-back home losses.
Fulham took the lead when Iwobi’s corner found Raúl Jiménez completely unmarked, and the Mexican forward nodded past goalkeeper Robin Roefs. Jiménez then doubled the advantage from the penalty spot after Bassey won a spot-kick that was awarded following a VAR review.
Sunderland pulled one back after a clumsy challenge from Ryan Sessegnon allowed Enzo Le Fée to convert from the spot, briefly offering the hosts hope. However, Fulham quickly restored control.
Iwobi sealed the win with a superb counter-attacking finish, converting from a tight angle after a break orchestrated by the in-form Harry Wilson. The goal marked only the third time in Iwobi’s Premier League career that he has both scored and assisted in the same match, underlining his influential display.