Arsenal's Hale End Academy product Alex Iwobi has explained his decision to represent the Super Eagles rather than England, citing his Nigerian roots and a strong sense of cultural belonging. 

Despite growing up in London and progressing through the England youth system, the Fulham midfielder said he felt more at home with Nigeria, a feeling that ultimately influenced his decision to switch his international allegiance.

Alex Iwobi was first called up to the Nigeria squad for an African Games qualifier against Gabon in February 2015 but was unable to make his debut due to uncertainty over his eligibility, having previously represented England at youth level. 

Later that year, he made his senior debut in an international friendly against the Democratic Republic of Congo at the age of nineteen.

With 91 caps to his name, it is widely expected that Iwobi will surpass Ahmed Musa to become Nigeria's most capped player in history.