Alex Iwobi is set to make history by earning his 100th Super Eagles cap when Nigeria face Portugal in an international friendly

Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi is on the verge of a major international milestone as he prepares to earn his 100th cap for Nigeria when the Super Eagles face Portugal in an international friendly on Wednesday.

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The 29-year-old is expected to reach the landmark if selected by head coach Eric Chelle, becoming only the fourth player in Nigerian football history to join the prestigious 100-cap club.

Iwobi would enter an elite group featuring Joseph Yobo, Vincent Enyeama and Ahmed Musa, the current record holder for Super Eagles appearances.

If he features in the match, Iwobi will also set a new national benchmark as the fastest Nigerian player to reach 100 international caps, achieving the feat in 10 years and 245 days since his debut.

He made his senior debut for Nigeria on October 8, 2015, in a friendly against the Democratic Republic of Congo, and has since become a consistent figure in the national team setup.

His projected record would surpass Ahmed Musa’s previous mark of 11 years and 35 days, set when he reached his century of appearances in a 2021 World Cup qualifier against the Central African Republic.

Only three Nigerian players have previously reached the 100-cap milestone, highlighting the exclusivity of the achievement.

Joseph Yobo, Vincent Enyeama and Ahmed Musa form the historic trio.

Iwobi’s achievement would further cement his status as one of the most dependable and enduring figures in modern Nigerian football.

The milestone also reflects his longevity and consistency across multiple international tournaments and qualification campaigns.

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Nigeria’s clash with Portugal now presents a historic stage for the midfielder to etch his name further into the record books.