Hull City’s Nigerian defender #06 Semi Ajayi (L) celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal during the English Premier League football match between Hull City and Manchester United at the MKM Stadium in Kingston upon Hull, eastern England on August 22, 2026. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or ‘live’ services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /
Nigerian defender, Semi Ajayi scored as Hull City produced a stunning performance to beat Manchester United 2-0 in a dominant display that left the Premier League giants reeling.
Ajayi and his teammates were resolute as the Premier League newcomers ran riot, delivering a comprehensive victory for the Tigers and their supporters.
Ajayi was quickest to latch onto a loose ball to put the home side ahead in the 17th minute before they doubled their advantage through a powerful header from another defender, Senegalese Nobel Mendy.
