S/Eagles Technical Crew Makes Decision on Hull City CB After Injury Scare Ahead of Tanzania Clash

According to a report by OwnGoalNigeria on Monday, November 9, 2026, the Super Eagles technical crew have made a decision on Hull City CB Semi Ajayi following an injury scare ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying clash against Tanzania.

The 33-year-old centre-back raised concerns about his fitness after being forced off during Hull City’s 1-0 defeat to Arsenal in an English Premier League encounter at the weekend.

Ajayi was substituted with 20 minutes remaining after going down injured, prompting fears that he could miss Nigeria’s upcoming double-header against Tanzania.

However, an early assessment has reportedly shown that the defender did not suffer any serious injury and has been cleared to travel for the international assignment.

According to the report, the Super Eagles technical crew have decided against calling up a replacement for the Hull City defender following the positive medical assessment.

Hull City manager Sergej Jakirović also played down concerns about Ajayi’s condition after the defeat to Arsenal, explaining that the Nigerian was among two players who were withdrawn because of cramps.

“It’s very difficult; we had two players with cramps, and also we tried to close the midfield zone today because Arsenal are doing everything to overload the midfield, and it is not easy to control,” Jakirović told Sky Sports.

Ajayi’s availability will come as a boost to Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, who has already had to contend with injury-related absences ahead of the Tanzania fixtures.

Nigeria will host the Taifa Stars at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on November 13 before travelling for the return encounter on November 17.

The Super Eagles will be hoping to secure maximum points from both matches as they continue their quest to qualify for the 2027 AFCON, which will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

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