The 'Afcon Rise of' Series is a collaborative initiative between Goal and 3 Kilo featuring up-and-coming writers. 3 Kilo is a development agency that creates opportunities and skills development projects for the youth of South Africa.
Arsenal star Alex Iwobi is a versatile attacker brought up under the guidance of Nigeria legend Jay-Jay Okocha. Iwobi has established himself in Europe and seems to be in the prime of his career with impressive displays in Unai Emery’s team.
Off the back of an amazing season with the Gunners in the Premier League and Uefa Europa League, Iwobi’s star is shining bright as the Super Eagles prepare to take on the rest of the continent in Egypt.