Nigeria's Super Eagles are monitoring the fitness of defender Semi Ajayi after he was substituted in the 69th minute of Hull City's 1-0 Premier League defeat at Arsenal on Saturday, clutching his left leg.

Ajayi had been one of Hull's most reliable figures at the back, helping frustrate Arsenal's attack before he was forced off. His absence proved costly — just three minutes after he departed, Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard broke the deadlock by turning in the rebound after Noni Madueke's shot had been parried by the Hull goalkeeper.

Arsenal move six points clear

The victory lifts Arsenal to 27 points, temporarily putting them six points ahead of second-placed Manchester City in the Premier League standings. For the Gunners, the winning margin was narrow, but the three points keep them firmly in the title conversation.

Hull City, meanwhile, are enduring a difficult run. The defeat extended their winless streak to nine matches across all competitions — a sequence of four defeats and five draws — leaving them in 13th place with just 11 points in the league.

The severity of Ajayi's knock remains unclear, and Super Eagles supporters will be anxiously awaiting updates as Nigeria's upcoming fixtures draw closer.