From football to music: Alex Iwobi to release debut EP ‘More To Life’

Nigerian sensational midfielder Alex Iwobi is set to step beyond football and into music, announcing plans to release his debut EP More To Life on April 9, 2026.

The Fulham midfielder, who records under the artist name ‘17’, confirmed the project on Monday as he continues to expand his creative footprint off the pitch.

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Iwobi has already offered fans an early preview with the release of lead single TRACK 0 (FREESTYLE), showcasing a blend of Afrobeats and Afrowave influences rooted in his Nigerian heritage.

The announcement artwork features a black-and-white portrait of the Super Eagles star, complemented by childhood images from 1998, 2004, and 2010, reflecting his personal evolution and the EP’s central theme of growth beyond football.

While Iwobi is no stranger to music, More To Life marks his first full body of work. The eight-track project is expected to feature collaborations with Giddi, Teniola Time, 4AM, P17, SPKS, Fido, and Amadou Onana, who records as ‘24AM’.

Iwobi has long spoken about music as a creative outlet that helps him manage the pressures of elite football.