Fulham FC and Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi, known by his musical alias '17', recently shared a snippet of his latest track, "Letter," during an episode of UEFA Champions League's 'Off Pitch' series.
In the segment, Iwobi, alongside fellow footballers, engaged in discussions about their off-field passions, offering fans a glimpse into his musical journey."Letter" marks a significant step in Iwobi's musical career, following his debut single "Don't Shoot" released in June 2024. The track, a collaboration with former Arsenal teammate Chuba Akpom (performing as Skoli) and Medy Elito (Don-EE), garnered attention for its reflective lyrics and has accumulated nearly 60,000 streams on Spotify.
In October 2024, Iwobi released his second single, "What's Luv?", featuring artists SPKS and MBrown. The song blends Afro-swing rhythms with themes exploring modern relationships.
Through his music, Iwobi aims to inspire young individuals to pursue their passions and overcome challenges. He hopes his journey encourages youth to explore diverse interests and strive for excellence.
Despite his growing music career, Iwobi remains committed to his football profession. He has started all nine Premier League matches for Fulham this season and continues to contribute significantly on the pitch.
Fans can catch the full episode of 'Off Pitch' featuring Alex Iwobi on UEFA's official platforms, where he delves deeper into his musical aspirations and the balance between football and music.
