Bassey proud despite Fulham dropping points at Villa Park

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey helped Fulham secure a 1-1 draw at Aston Villa on Saturday, Oct 31, at Villa Park. Villa took the lead six minutes before halftime through Nicolas Jackson, assisted by Johan Manzambi. Fulham equalized four minutes into the second half when Zion Suzuki turned the ball into his own net.

Bassey praised the team's away performance against quality opposition but lamented missed opportunities: "We should have got more, missed two chances inside the six-yard box." The result extends Fulham's strong run to seven points from their last three Premier League matches under manager Alvaro Arbeloa.

For Nigerian football followers, Bassey's consistent starts and defensive solidity at a mid-table Premier League club strengthen his case for regular Super Eagles selection ahead of upcoming qualifiers. The 24-year-old has featured in all but one of Fulham's league matches this season.

Fulham sit mid-table with the international break approaching. Bassey will likely join the Super Eagles camp for November fixtures if invited. Will his current club form translate to national team impact, or does he need to add goals to his defensive contributions to become undroppable?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/01/epl-bassey-reflects-on-fulhams-draw-against-aston-villa/