{"id":825069,"date":"2025-02-07T10:12:05","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T16:12:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/07\/people-say-we-are-brothers-alex-iwobi-opens-up-on-18-year-bond-with-super-eagles-star\/"},"modified":"2025-02-07T10:12:05","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T16:12:05","slug":"people-say-we-are-brothers-alex-iwobi-opens-up-on-18-year-bond-with-super-eagles-star","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/07\/people-say-we-are-brothers-alex-iwobi-opens-up-on-18-year-bond-with-super-eagles-star\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cPeople say we are brothers\u201d \u2013 Alex Iwobi opens up on 18-year bond with Super Eagles star"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Nigeria international Alex Iwobi has spoken about his long-standing relationship with Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina, Soccernet.ng<\/a>\u00a0reports.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Their bond, one of the longest in the Super Eagles squad, has amazed many Nigerians who admire how both players have maintained their friendship over the years.<\/p>\n

For the former Arsenal and Everton star, his connection with Aina goes beyond mere friendship\u2014it is a brotherhood that has lasted more than 18 years.<\/p>\n

Iwobi and Aina\u2019s bond<\/h4>\n

Both players grew up on the same street as children. While they are close in age, Iwobi was in Year 5, while Aina was in Year 4.<\/p>\n

Appearing on Season 5, Episode 1 of the Is This Seat Taken?<\/a> podcast, Iwobi reflected on their relationship, revealing how much Aina means to him.<\/p>\n

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\u201cPeople say we are friends, but we are brothers,\u201d Iwobi said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

It is remarkable to see how they went from playing football on the streets as kids to now representing Nigeria together on the international stage.<\/p>\n

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Ola Aina, Wilfred Ndidi, Samuel Chukwueze, Boniface Victor, Alex Iwobi and Onyemaechi Bruno of Nigeria during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier match between Nigeria and Benin Republic [Photo credit\/Imago]<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Over the years, they have shared several milestones with the Super Eagles, including winning the silver medal at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.<\/p>\n

Iwobi and Aina\u2019s Super Eagles records<\/h4>\n

Iwobi made his debut for the Super Eagles in 2015, while Aina followed in 2017. So far, Iwobi has earned 80 caps, scoring 10 goals, while Aina has made 40 appearances and provided three assists.<\/p>\n

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Alex Iwobi and Ola Aina of Nigeria during a training section in preparation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON qualifier match between Nigeria and Libya [Photo credit\/Imago]<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While missing out on the 2023 AFCON title was a disappointment, both players will be aiming to lead Nigeria to glory in the upcoming 2025 tournament, starting with the qualifiers in Morocco.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\tAyomide Oguntimehin\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\tAyomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories.<\/p>\n

Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work.\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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