Nigeria’s star defender, Semi Ajayi, was absent from coach Jose Peseiro’s post-match talk after their AFCON win over South Africa.
The reason? A random drug test conducted by Confederation of African Football (CAF) officials.
Not a single minute missed! Ajayi has played a staggering 570 minutes across all six Super Eagles matches at the AFCON.
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Ajayi, who shone brightly for the Super Eagles during their penalty shootout victory, was selected for the routine test following the 1-1 draw after extra time.