In the Premier League showdown that saw Alex Iwobi face his former club, Everton, the Nigerian international seemed to have delivered a decisive moment.
Iwobi's impressive strike could have been the breakthrough Fulham needed to halt their winless streak, but the final twist left both sides locked at 1-1.
The match kept fans on the edge until the very end, hinting at a victory for Fulham that ultimately slipped away in stoppage time.
Despite recent setbacks against Manchester City and Aston Villa, Fulham looked poised to secure a much-needed victory.
Iwobi, who left Everton in September 2023, returned to Goodison Park with a mission—and his goal nearly told a story of redemption.
Alex Iwobi’s exciting return ruined by late heartbreak
The early action saw Dominic Calvert-Lewin almost give Everton the lead, only to be flagged offside.
But in the second half, Iwobi seized the spotlight, unleashing a powerful, curling shot from just outside the box, evading two Everton defenders before hitting the bottom corner of the net.
His goal silenced the home crowd after he showed the skill that once made him a fan favourite at Everton.
As the game approached its closing minutes, Fulham substituted Iwobi for Jorge Cuenca, seemingly to protect their narrow lead.
But just two minutes after his exit, Beto found the net with a perfectly placed header, levelling the score and denying Fulham the win they were after.
Iwobi’s performance was nothing short of brilliant; in his 65 touches, he completed 35 accurate passes, made six recoveries, and won five duels.
His goal marked his second of the season, adding to his impressive record of one assist as he continues to thrive in Fulham's lineup.
After this narrow draw, Fulham will now aim to turn their season around, hoping to break free from a rough patch as they prepare to meet Brentford next.
