Nigeria worldwide Alex Iwobi has spoken about his long-standing relationship with Nottingham Forest defender Ola Aina, Soccernet.ng studies.

Their bond, one of many longest within the Tremendous Eagles squad, has amazed many Nigerians who admire how each gamers have maintained their friendship over time.

For the previous Arsenal and Everton star, his reference to Aina goes past mere friendship—it’s a brotherhood that has lasted greater than 18 years.

Iwobi and Aina’s bond

Each gamers grew up on the identical avenue as youngsters. Whereas they’re shut in age, Iwobi was in Yr 5, whereas Aina was in Yr 4.

Showing on Season 5, Episode 1 of the Is This Seat Taken? podcast, Iwobi mirrored on their relationship, revealing how a lot Aina means to him.

“Individuals say we’re associates, however we’re brothers,” Iwobi stated.

It’s outstanding to see how they went from taking part in soccer on the streets as children to now representing Nigeria collectively on the worldwide stage.

Through the years, they’ve shared a number of milestones with the Tremendous Eagles, together with profitable the silver medal on the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Iwobi and Aina’s Tremendous Eagles data

Iwobi made his debut for the Tremendous Eagles in 2015, whereas Aina adopted in 2017. Thus far, Iwobi has earned 80 caps, scoring 10 objectives, whereas Aina has made 40 appearances and supplied three assists.

Whereas lacking out on the 2023 AFCON title was a disappointment, each gamers can be aiming to steer Nigeria to glory within the upcoming 2025 match, beginning with the qualifiers in Morocco.