Semi Ajayi returns from injury but Hull lose to Millwall
Semi Ajayi made his comeback from injury but was unable to help Hull City avoid a 3-1 defeat to Millwall in the English Championship. The Super Eagles defender had been out since suffering a hamstring injury during the third-place match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations against Egypt. Despite his return, Hull City continued to struggle for form. Ajayi played the full match as he works to regain his match fitness.
Match highlights
- Semi Ajayi returned to action after being sidelined since January 17 with a hamstring injury.
- He was injured during the third-place match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations against Egypt, having played six matches for Nigeria in the tournament.
- Millwall took the lead through Jake Cooper, with Hull equalising via Joe Gelhardt before half-time.
- Mihailo Ivanovic and Josh Coburn scored for Millwall in the second half, sealing a 3-1 victory.
- Ajayi completed the match and contributed defensively as Hull City continue to search for consistency.
