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Led by the Super Eagles' social media account, Semi Ajayi was lavished with praise from his compatriots and fans of the team.
Semi Ajayi, the Nigerian international defender, has been showered with accolades from the Super Eagles' official social media account and fans alike following his impressive performances during the recent AFCON 2025 qualifiers.
This praise comes as Ajayi reaches a significant milestone in his international career, having earned 39 caps for Nigeria with one goal to his name.
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The Super Eagles' official account took to social media to celebrate Ajayi's contributions, stating; "Solid behind, cool and calm on the ball. @SemiAjayi through the years."
The 30-year-old centre-back played a crucial role in Nigeria's recent successes, featuring for the full 180 minutes across two matches as the Super Eagles secured clean sheets against both Benin Republic and Rwanda in the AFCON 2025 qualifiers.
Ajayi's fine form continued upon his return to club duty with West Bromwich Albion, where he put in another solid performance in a 3-0 victory over Portsmouth.
Fans and supporters echoed the sentiments expressed by the official account, with many taking to the comment section to share their admiration for Ajayi's consistent performances.
One fan, Cyber Eagles, described him as "Consistent and durable. Underrated and unheralded," while another praised his composure, stating, "True mastery is when you stay composed under pressure and let your skills do the talking."
Ajayi's professionalism and no-nonsense approach to his career have also won him admirers.
A supporter commented, "Dude just wants to play football, no media frenzy, no controversial comment, no shenanigans, just to play for club and country and go home. Very impressive personality."
His technical abilities have not gone unnoticed either, with one fan highlighting a particular moment from the Benin match:
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"Underrated. Best Eagle defender. Does all the dirty works, and supremely technically gifted on the ball. There was one pass Ramos-esque, he made against Benin, the applause was deafening."
As the Super Eagles continue their campaign for AFCON 2025 qualification and look ahead to future international competitions, Ajayi's consistent performances and quiet leadership at the back appear to have cemented his place as a key figure in Nigeria's defensive lineup.
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His blend of physical presence, technical skill, and professional attitude continues to earn him plaudits from both the national team setup and the passionate Nigerian fanbase.
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