Nigerian defender Semi Ajayi has earned a place in WhoScored.com’s Premier League Team of the Week. The Hull City centre-back received recognition after his impressive display against Arsenal, Bold sports reports.
Ajayi featured for 69 minutes during Hull City’s 1-0 defeat at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, November 7. He recorded three tackles, four clearances and 86 percent passing accuracy. He also registered two shots, with one on target. His defensive contribution stood out despite the disappointing result.
Ajayi impresses against former club Arsenal
Martin Ødegaard scored the only goal in the 72nd minute. However, Ajayi produced an encouraging individual performance against his former club.
The Nigerian defender recorded a joint game-high three tackles. He also completed one dribble and won a foul for the Tigers.
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His inclusion highlights the quality of his defensive contribution. Hull City could not secure points, but Ajayi earned individual recognition.
He also joins several notable names in the weekly selection. Hull goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis features alongside him.
Liverpool midfielders Dominik Szoboszlai and Florian Wirtz also made the team. Everton forward Tyrique George and defender Vitalii Mykolenko earned places.
Other selections include Arsenal’s Jurriën Timber, Brighton’s Luka Vušković and Nottingham Forest’s Liam Delap. Everton’s Thierno Barry and Patrick Dorgu complete the selection.
Super Eagles defender maintains importance at Hull City
Ajayi’s recognition follows his contributions during Hull City’s campaign. He joined the Tigers in June 2025 after leaving West Bromwich Albion.
He previously established himself as an important defender at West Brom. He made 171 appearances for the Championship club between 2019 and 2025.
His experience also includes spells at Rotherham United and Arsenal’s academy. He joined Arsenal in September 2013 after starting his professional career at Charlton Athletic.
The 33-year-old has also maintained his place in Nigeria’s international plans. Head coach Éric Chelle included him in the 24-man Super Eagles squad for November’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Nigeria will face Tanzania in a two-legged encounter. The first meeting takes place in Uyo on November 13. The return fixture follows in Zanzibar on November 17.
Ajayi’s latest individual recognition provides another positive development ahead of the international fixtures. His performances at club level will also offer Nigeria another experienced defensive option.
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