Arsenal star Alex Iwobi joins entertainment celebs at London’s NFL Super Bowl party
ALEX IWOBI was among the sport and showbiz stars in attendance at London’s Super Bowl party.
Fresh from his goal against Watford on Tuesday, the Arsenal star was pictured on the red carpet in London on Wednesday for the NFL UK’s celebration.
Arsenal star Alex Iwobi on the red carpet at the Super Bowl partyJed LeicesterHe was joined by Tottenham rising star Harry WinksJed Leicester
Tottenham rising star Harry Winks also showed up, as did Wycombe Wanderers powerhouse Adebayo Akinfenwa.
He was joined by British NFL star Menelik Watson, Miami Dolphins defensive powerhouse Ndamukong Suh and Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle, Michael Bennett.
Celebrities including X Factor winner Matt Terry and up-and-coming musician Rag’n’Bone Man were treated to a performance from grime artist Wiley, who played a number of tracks from his new album.
Wycombe powerhouse Bayo Akinfenwa was dwarfed by Oakland Raiders star Menelik WatsonJed LeicesterNdamukong Suh of the Miami Dolphins was presentJed Leicester
Watson gave his thoughts on the future of NFL, and the growth of the sport in the UK.
He said: “I love the growth of the game in the UK right now, to have three Brits in the NFL and the potential for another Brit, I think it’s great that the game is going global.
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“The possibility of a UK franchise excites me greatly, although there’s a huge logistical challenge associated with it”.
Super Bowl LI, the climax of the NFL season, will see the New England Patriots face the Atlanta Falcons in Houston this Sunday.
GB track and field athlete Perry Shakes-Drayton was among the guestsJed LeicesterFans were treated to a set from grime artist WileyJed Leicester
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