Bassey hustles Jollof Rice for Emile Smith Rowe: Iwobi shows off Fulham banter ahead of Liverpool
In a heartwarming display of camaraderie, Alex Iwobi recently took to social media to share a playful moment involving his teammates Calvin Bassey and Emile Smith Rowe.
The Nigerian forward posted a snapshot of his locker at the club’s facilities.
Alex Iwobi shows off Emile Smith Row getting Jollof Rice from Bassey
Inside the locker, Iwobi showed off a video with the caption, "DELIVEROO!" with a reference to a food delivery service.
The post captures the lighthearted bond between the Iwobi, Calvin Bassey and Emile Smith Rowe.
Alex Iwobi shows off Calvin Bassey getting Jollof Rice for Emile Smith Rowe pic.twitter.com/sccMkmV4uC
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Iwobi and Bassey, both of Nigerian descent, are evidently introducing their English teammate Smith Rowe to the delights of jollof rice.
Often sparking friendly debates—dubbed the "Jollof Wars"—between countries like Nigeria and Ghana over whose version reigns supreme the dish is belove in West Africa
Bassey "hustling" jollof rice for Smith Rowe aligns with the trio’s off-pitch chemistry.
Iwobi and Bassey, both proud of their Nigerian heritage shared a piece of their identity with Smith Rowe.
It’s clear that Fulham’s locker room is always a party, even with a formidable opponent like Liverpool on the horizon.