Nigeria international Semi Ajayi made his return to action for Hull City A.F.C. in their 3–1 defeat to Millwall F.C., marking his first club appearance of 2026.
The centre-back had been sidelined with an injury sustained while representing the Nigeria national football team during the Africa Cup of Nations.
Ajayi’s return is expected to provide a boost for Hull City as they continue their campaign, with the Nigerian defender now back in contention for regular playing time.
Millwall made a bright start to the Championship encounter, taking the lead early through Jake Cooper. Hull responded quickly when Joe Gelhardt found the equaliser to lift the home crowd.
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Despite dominating large spells of the match and creating several chances, Hull were unable to turn their pressure into goals. The hosts struck the crossbar twice and also had a goal ruled out for a foul.
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Millwall regained the advantage when substitute Mihailo Ivanovic scored against the run of play to make it 2–1.
The visitors then sealed the victory 12 minutes from time as Josh Coburn added a third, securing all three points.
