Super Eagles Star Caught “Sagging” on the Pitch, Fans Spot Underwear
- Calvin Bassey sparked viral attention when fans noticed his sagging shorts revealing his underwear during a Premier League match
- The Nigerian international, who is known for his strength, remains a key defensive asset for both club and country
- Bassey impressed for his side in the season's opener as Fulham earned a deserved draw away from home at Brighton
Super Eagles and Fulham defender Calvin Bassey inadvertently became the talk of the town when fans noticed his sagging football shorts revealing his underwear.
The Nigerian international was in the heat of action as an impressive Fulham held Brighton to a 1-1 draw in their opening game of the 2025/2026 Premier League season.
The amusing moment left fans reacting on social media, with users both entertained and curious about the defender’s unconventional style.
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UK outlet Metro Sport shared the footage on TikTok with the caption:
"Talk about playing in ‘comfort mode’ Calvin Bassey brought a new level of chill to his game time in the new Premier League season."
Curious fans took to the comment section to react.
Aimee said:
"Calvin Bassey's comfort mode is next level, wish I could play that chill!"
drekmas added:
"As far as he did not violate football rules, why you guys so concerned about his movement or how fast he might be?"
Krince posited:
"Nigerian and Ghanaian Thing remember Ghana shorts in WC 2010 killer wears big and free."
Amely posited:
"Calvin Bassey really seems to be in a whole new groove this season! Love how he’s bringing that extra chill factor to his game."
makanaki suggested:
"If it were to be Ronaldo others will do same and tell us he is our idol but since it's k.b everyone wants to advice."
Bassey is one player who loves attention whenever he is on the football pitch, as he remains a key figure for both club and country, per BBC Sport.
However, his choice of oversized, low-hanging shorts, a style also adopted by teammate Ola Aina, has drawn particular interest.
Aina previously explained that the “sagging” look is practical, not fashionable, citing comfort due to their muscular builds.
Marco Silva hails Bassey
Meanwhile, at the end of last season, Fulham manager Marco Silva could not hide his admiration after their game against Liverpool, applauding Bassey’s progress and potential.
The Nigerian star showed strength, composure, and positional awareness, denying Egyptian forward Mohamed Salah space and chances in the final third.
“Calvin has all the skills to be a top central defender. He ticks all the boxes to be a top, top player. Now he has to be more consistent."
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Adarabioyo picks Nigeria over England
Legit.ng earlier reported that Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo appears to have decided which country he will represent at the international level after years of deliberating between England and Nigeria.
Adarabioyo was born in England to Nigerian parents and represented the English teams at youth levels, but has yet to earn a Three Lions call-up.
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