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Iwobi fired back at a social media user who accused him of disrespecting his Nigerian heritage.
Super Eagles star and Fulham midfielder, Alex Iwobi, has found himself at the centre of another fiery social media spat, this time for clapping back at a troll who accused him of disrespecting Nigeria and his heritage.
The drama unfolded on Snapchat, where Iwobi, clearly irked by the verbal jab, issued a savage takedown.
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It all started when an anonymous internet user attacked Iwobi, writing in a chaotic tirade:
“See the way you're insulting the country you say you're from… had it been England called you up you wouldn't be playing for Nigeria… you're acting as if your dad is from there because you where raise there stupid boy... no blame you sha na Nigeria government I blame…”
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Not one to back down, Iwobi fired back with a line that hid harder than even his own bars: “OGA, GO & SIP ON SOME WATER, THEN BREATHE IN THROUGH YOUR NOSE & OUT THROUGH YOUR MOUTH.”
Iwobi declares love for his fatherland
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Despite the harsh critique, Iwobi used his platform to show love to his homeland.
In another post, he shared a calmer message from a supporter who resonated with his frustrations over fan entitlement.
Iwobi responded graciously, writing: “I love Nigeria & I am a proud Nigerian.”
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This isn’t Iwobi’s first rodeo with online backlash.
The footballer has previously taken heat from fans whenever the national team underperforms
But this time, the criticism felt personal, and Iwobi didn’t hesitate to defend both his reputation and his pride in being Nigerian.
Alex Iwobi unwinds during the off-season
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Iwobi is currently enjoying his off-season in Mykonos, Greece, following his trip to Dubai where he met Ashton Hall.
The 29-year-old has been sharing joyful snaps of his family holiday.
Pictures show him relaxing on sun-drenched beaches and dancing with his older sister, Marie.
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He also shared photos of his father, Chuka Iwobi and his mother, whom he holds very dearly.
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Iwobi is expected to return to Fulham as they head to the Algarve for a training camp from Friday 25th July until Saturday 2nd August.
Fixture details in Portugal are still to be confirmed, but the club confirmed there will likely be two matches in the Faro area that fans will be able to attend.
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