Fulham FC have taken a nostalgic look back at a memorable night at Old Trafford, posting on social media: “An iconic Naija double at Old Trafford, two years ago today.”
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The post revisits Fulham’s dramatic victory over Manchester United — a result sealed by two Nigerian stars.
On that night, United were handed a harsh reality check as Alex Iwobi struck deep into nine minutes of stoppage time to secure only Fulham’s second win at Old Trafford since 1963.
The visitors had initially taken the lead through defender Calvin Bassey, who reacted quickest to lash home a loose ball after his header from a corner was blocked by teammate Timothy Castagne.
United responded, but Iwobi had the final say, restoring Fulham’s advantage in dramatic fashion and silencing the home crowd.
The defeat came just days after Sir Jim Ratcliffe had spoken about United’s ambitions of toppling rivals at the summit of English football, making the result even more symbolic.
As the anniversary resurfaces, attention shifts back to the present. Fulham prepare to host Tottenham Hotspur, while Crystal Palace travel to Old Trafford to face an in-form Manchester United side — a reminder that in football, history and redemption are never far apart.
