EPL: Ajayi wins MOTM award after Hull City’s victory over Man United

Semi Ajayi was named Man of the Match after Hull City's 2-0 victory over Manchester United. According to Daily Post Nigeria, Ajayi scored Hull City's opening goal in the 17th minute and had a strong defensive display, making five clearances, three recoveries, and two interceptions, as well as winning two aerial duels. He received 38.9% of the votes for the award.

The match was a significant upset, with Hull City, promoted back to the Premier League for the first time since 2017, defeating Manchester United, who finished third last term and were expected to mount a title challenge. The victory was achieved despite Hull City being without 10 players due to injury, according to Malay Mail.

Hull City's next league game will be away to Coventry City. Manchester United's poor performance was criticised by former England captain Alan Shearer, who described them as "shocking" with "no hunger" and "terrible".

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