Former Crystal Palace right-back, Joel Ward, has praised Super Eagles centre-back, Semi Ajayi, for his defending in Hull City’s 2-2 draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, a result that kept the Tigers third in the Premier League table, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
Chelsea made a fast start, with Morgan Rogers giving the hosts the lead in the seventh minute, before Hull seized momentum through Mohamed Belloumi, who scored twice to put the visitors 2-1 ahead at the interval.
Chelsea fought back after the break, with Joao Pedro restoring parity in the 66th minute, as Xabi Alonso’s side eventually settled for a share of the spoils.
Despite Hull conceding their first goals of the new Premier League season, Ajayi gave a good account of himself, making an important recovery challenge to deny Malo Gusto a clear run through on goal as Chelsea pushed for a late winner. Related News Former Porto boss lauds Sanusi VIDEO: Guimaraes hails first Arsenal goal in 2-0 win over Sunderland EPL: Alonso calls for Chelsea to defend better
On commentary duty for BBC Radio 5 Live, Ward praised the Nigerian for his intelligent reading of the game.
