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Iwobi wins Man of the Match as Everton’s narrow victory

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Iwobi set up the only goal of the match for Neal Maupay, who scored his first goal in Everton’s colour in the 53rd minute of the cagy encounter

By Kehinde Okeowo

Nigerian international, Alex Iwobi capped a memorable performance by winning the Man of the Match in Everton’s narrow victory over West Ham at the Goodison Park on Sunday.

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The win was Everton’s first in seven  Premier League games this season and it sends the Blue half of Liverpool to the 13th position on the log. 

Alex Iwobi set up the only goal of the match for Neal Maupay, who scored his first goal in Everton’s colour in the 53rd minute of the cagy encounter. 

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The 26-year-old has now assisted three of Everton’s last four goals in all competitions this season. 

The Nigeria midfield has been in a very scintillating form this season and has been one of the key performers for the Toffees in this campaign.

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Iwobi has played every minute of Frank Lampard’s six league games this season.

Meanwhile, the defeat means West Ham have only 4 points from 7 games and are firmly rooted in the relegation zone as teams go on international break. 

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