The Digest:
Semi Ajayi has been ruled out of Nigeria's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa in September after sustaining a hamstring injury during Hull City's clash with Coventry City.
Key Points:
- Ajayi injured his hamstring during Hull City’s Sky Bet Championship match against Coventry City.
- The centre-back will miss Nigeria's World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa.
- Scans revealed significant damage, with Ajayi expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks.
- He was previously rested as a precaution during Hull City's Carabao Cup defeat at Wrexham.
- Ajayi has suffered hamstring injuries in the past, limiting his appearances last season with West Bromwich Albion.
- The Super Eagles will face Rwanda on 6 September at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium and South Africa three days later in Bloemfontein.
Ajayi’s injury will see him miss Nigeria’s crucial World Cup qualifiers in September. His absence leaves a gap in the Super Eagles’ defense during their upcoming fixture
Sources: Completesports.com, Hull Daily Mail
