Super Eagles’ stalwart defender, Semi Ajayi, revealed his absence from head coach Jose Peseiro’s post-game briefing following Nigeria’s triumph over South Africa in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final.
The West Brom standout, pivotal in the Super Eagles’ penalty shootout victory against Bafana Bafana after a 1-1 draw in 120 minutes, clarified that he was undergoing drug testing administered by Confederation of African Football (CAF) officials.
In the post-match mixed zone interaction with journalists, Ajayi expressed his enthusiasm for the team’s success, acknowledging the need to shift focus swiftly to the upcoming final on Sunday, emphasizing the collective aspiration to bring the coveted Cup home to Nigeria.
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