Calvin Bassey: Super Eagles Defender Nominated for Fulham Player of the Month Award

• Calvin Bassey is turning out to be an excellent acquisition for Fulham
• The Nigerian defender has been nominated for Player of The Month
• The Cottages won one game in April while drawing one and losing three

Super Eagles centre-back, Calvin Bassey, has been nominated for Fulham's Player of the Month award for April.

The 24-year-old Nigerian international is up against stiff competition from Andreas Pereira, João Palhinha, and Rodrigo Muniz.

Bassey's consistency has been a beacon of hope for the Cottagers, who won only one game, drew one, and lost three last month, scoring five goals and conceding eight.

As reported by All Nigeria Soccer, The defender started and completed all five games played during the month

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His impressive form has made him a mainstay in Marco Silva's backline this season, missing only eight Premier League games when named in the matchday squad.

Bassey's first season at Craven Cottage has been a resounding success, starkly contrasting to his time at Ajax, where he faced intense scrutiny.

He has made 29 appearances across all competitions, scoring one goal in February. One of his standout performances came in Fulham's victory against Arsenal in December, where he achieved 100% take-ons, maintained a 93% pass accuracy, and made several crucial clearances and interceptions, per Squawka.

The defender's consistent performances have earned him widespread admiration from fans and critics alike, solidifying his position as a key player for Silva's newly-formed side.

Fans hail Calvin Bassey

@CFC_MC, who observed an evident improvement in Bassey's confidence:

"He has really grown in confidence, unlike the start of the season."

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@MariaOsas, expressing hope for the upcoming AFCON:

"I can see all our players performing exceptionally well in their different clubs. I hope they can bring such form to the national team. That hunger and fire to go far should be shown in full display at the AFCON."

Silva heaps praise on Bassey after win over Man United

Sports Brief reported that Silva praised Alex Iwobi and Bassey after they beat Manchester United in the Premier League on Saturday, February 24.

Alex Iwobi etched his name in the history books after scoring a last-gasp winner.

His compatriot Bassey had scored the opener, but they needed a late winner after allowing the Red Devils to equalise.