Calvin Bassey was named Fulham Player of the Season 2024/25, edging out Alex Iwobi despite Iwobi’s career-best nine goals and six assists in the Premier League.
Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has been named Fulham’s Player of the Season for the 2024/25 Premier League campaign, edging out his international teammate Alex Iwobi, who enjoyed his most productive season yet with nine goals and six assists.
Pulse Sports Nigeria reports that Bassey, who scored just two goals in the league, won the award comfortably, receiving 39.6% of the final votes.
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Calvin Bassey has said it is important to give back unlike his Super Eagles teammate Tolu Arokodare who warned Nigerians to stop begging him.
Bassey’s defensive masterclass anchors Fulham’s success
After finishing second in his debut season, Bassey improved to claim the top spot in this year’s voting, ahead of Iwobi (21.5%), Antonee Robinson (19.9%), Bernd Leno (10.9%), and Saša Lukić (8.1%).
The 25-year-old defender featured in 35 Premier League matches, missing just three games as Fulham secured a record points haul.
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Fulham’s Player of the Season, Calvin Bassey.
Known for his pace, strength, and composure, Bassey’s ability to confidently bring the ball out from defence was a key factor in Fulham’s success.
His defensive solidity was complemented by two crucial goals: the winner at home against Nottingham Forest and the opener in Fulham’s famous Emirates FA Cup victory at Old Trafford.
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Bassey celebrates one of his goals.
Iwobi’s historic season not enough
While Bassey took the top honour, Iwobi had arguably his best season yet, scoring nine Premier League goals and providing six assists.
The Nigerian midfielder reached a personal milestone by becoming the first Nigerian to hit 30 goals and 30 assists during the season, solidifying his place among the competition’s top Nigerian scorers.
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Alex Iwobi || Imago
Iwobi’s technical skill and work rate made him an important creative force for Fulham, contributing both goals and assists that helped the team climb the Premier League standings.
Despite his impressive output, Iwobi finished second in the Player of the Season vote, showing the immense value of Bassey’s defensive contributions.
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Alex Iwobi shared his moment with compatriot and friend Calvin Bassey.
Bassey’s recognition as Fulham’s Player of the Season spotlights his outstanding consistency and impact at the back, while Alex Iwobi’s impressive campaign highlights the growing influence of the Nigerians at Craven Cottage.
