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Ex-Leicester City star reveals reason for Alex Iwobi’s halftime substitution

Alex Iwobi
Former Leicester City star Marc Albrighton has revealed the reason for Alex Iwobi’s substitution at halftime by the manager.
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Iwobi was in action for Fulham in their 2-0 victory over Leicester at the King Power Stadium on Saturday.

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However, after the halftime break, he did not surface for the second half and was substituted for Adama Traore.

The midfielder’s substitution did pay off in the game as his replacement went on to get his name on the score sheet.

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Albrighton speaks on Iwobi’s substitution

Albrighton has disclosed that Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi was substituted at halftime after taking a hit during the game.

Marc Albrighton || Imago

Speaking with Premier League World Feed, via Complete Sports, Albrighton said, “The change is because of an injury or a knock. Alex Iwobi, I think he was brilliant in this first half.

Fulham star Alex Iwobi || Imago
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“Like I said, the linkup between him, Smith Rowe, and Robinson down this left-hand side was definitely where their best opportunities were being created, so I do think it has to be an injury.”

Iwobi has been exceptional for Fulham, having scored seven goals and provided three assists this season.

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