Alex Iwobi scored his first goal of the season to help Fulham secure a 2-1 victory over visiting Leicester City in a thrilling Premier League match on Saturday.

Iwobi netted the decisive goal in the 70th minute, ensuring Fulham took all three points in their first Premier League home game of the season.

The Cottagers opened the scoring through club-record signing Emile Smith Rowe, but Leicester City’s Wout Faes equalized before halftime.

With 20 minutes remaining, Iwobi fired a shot through the legs of Leicester goalkeeper Mads Hermansen, restoring Fulham’s lead.

Despite a late push from Leicester City, including a close attempt by Wilfred Ndidi, who struck his shot straight at Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno during injury time, the visitors could not find an equalizer.

Calvin Bassey, another Nigerian international, also featured for Fulham, contributing to their hard-fought victory