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Ajayi: Nigeria Focused on Themselves, Not Referee, to Secure Victory

Ajayi: Nigeria Focused on Themselves, Not Referee, to Secure Victory

10 January 2026at20:55

Nigerian national team player Semi Ajayi expressed immense satisfaction after his country's 2-0 victory over Algeria in a strong match that secured the Super Eagles' qualification for the semi-finals.

Semi Ajayi stated, "It was a very difficult match. We played very well, and we are happy to advance to the next round. The Algerian team is a great side, and they gave us a strong game."

The Nigerian player added, "We gave our best today, and we succeeded in qualifying for the next stage."

The Super Eagles defender continued, regarding the referee's performance, "Was the referee good with us? That is your opinion. We only focused on ourselves, and we managed to achieve victory today."

Semi Ajayi concluded his remarks by saying, "Our focus was on our performance, and I wasn't overly focused on Algeria, but I am very proud of my teammates."

The Nigerian national team will face the Moroccan national team next Wednesday at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, in the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

What was Semi Ajayi's perspective on the referee's performance during Nigeria's match against Algeria?

Semi Ajayi indicated that Nigeria's focus was entirely on their own performance and achieving victory, rather than on the referee's decisions, following their challenging 2-0 win over Algeria.

How does Nigeria's 2-0 victory over Algeria impact their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations campaign?

Nigeria's Super Eagles secured their qualification for the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with the 2-0 win against Algeria. They are now set to face Morocco in the next round.
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