Premier League club Fulham has introduced a new restriction banning players from posting dressing room content on social media, a policy that has directly impacted Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi.
The Super Eagles star confirmed the development in a video shared on his Snapchat account on Wednesday. In the clip, Iwobi explained that the club’s media department had instructed him to stop filming behind-the-scenes moments inside the changing room.
“People have been asking why I stopped snapping from the changing room,” Iwobi said. “Someone from the media team said I wasn’t capturing the right stuff, so there’s no more BTS.”
Iwobi, who is 28, has built a strong following on Snapchat for sharing candid, often entertaining moments involving teammates before and after matches. His posts gave fans a rare glimpse into the atmosphere inside the Fulham camp. However, he revealed that continuing to share such content could now attract financial penalties.
“They even said I might get fined if I keep doing it,” he added. “They’re trying to ban Snap in our changing room.”
While visibly disappointed, Iwobi acknowledged that he had to respect the club’s decision, even though many of his followers had come to enjoy the exclusive content.
“It’s a shame,” he said. “I know people love seeing what goes on behind the scenes with my teammates, but I have to follow the rules.”
His social media activity has become one of the more unique aspects of his time at Fulham, offering fans content that most clubs typically avoid showing. From lighthearted banter to pre-match preparations and post-game reactions, Iwobi’s Snapchat gave supporters a refreshing view of Premier League life from a player’s perspective.
However, Fulham’s recent move signals a growing concern among clubs about what is being shared from private team spaces. Many teams are now prioritizing the protection of tactical information, private conversations, and sensitive moments that could become problematic if taken out of context.
While the new rule may disappoint fans who looked forward to Iwobi’s behind-the-scenes clips, it highlights the professional boundaries players must respect even in their personal digital spaces. As clubs seek more control over their public image, personal content from the dressing room may soon become a thing of the past.
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