Alex Iwobi feels Fulham are ‘set for the season’ after completing the pre-season programme with a fine win over Hoffenheim this afternoon.
The Nigerian international made both goals as the Whites eased past Bundesliga opposition thanks to excellent finishes from Emile Smith Rowe and Adama Traore.
A confident Iwobi told FFCTV after the final whistle:
“It’s good that we were able to get the result, get some minutes in the legs. I’m very tired right now but feeling sharp and ready for the season to start. If I can’t score at least I’m able to create chances for my team-mates and Smith Rowe and Adama Traore are going to put those chances away. It’s not just them – there are so many goal threats in this team.
I played with Emile in the past, I know what kind of runs and qualities he can bring to the team. I’ve made him feel welcome – he’s scored two in two now – hopefully he can make it three in three against United! He’s a nice kid, he’s easy going, he’s always eager to learn, he hasn’t got an ego and he gets on with everyone. He makes it easy for us – it isn’t just his footballing ability, his personality makes him a great addition to the team.
You can almost over hit a pass to Adama because he’s so quick. I don’t think he knows quite how quick he is. When have such a weapon on the pitch, you have to try and utilise it as much as you can. It was a great finish from him after running the length of the pitch to stay composed. It was good for him to get on the scoresheet and it will do him the world of good in terms of confidence.”
Are we no longer trying to replace Joao. It’s gone awfully quiet. Perhaps we are adapting our style of play. Still vital to get a new centre back. Diop is a solid player but prone to mistakes. Can Cuenca play right side? He seems too good to be on the bench.
Very good performances in the friendlies, now looking forward to the real thing. COYW
All Gone quite on the Andre Situation. Is it still alive. Also need another Right footed centre back. It was nice to see Traore play his pace is a great weapon. Iwobi and Smith Rowe seem to have hit the ground running
I think with André it’s going to be down to the final transfer day. Flumenese are still hoping to squeeze some more cash out of Fulham.
Diop ! I wish he was gone, how many goals against will he cause this season.
A great pre season for the lads, good bonding which is always important before a season starts.
We go again.