Rotherham United of England defender, Semi Ajayi has expressed delight with the role he played in helping his side pull off a thrilling 2-2 draw against better rated Stoke City.
The Potters, who featured Oghenekaro Etebo on the evening during the English Championship match, were better rated for victory, considering that they ere only last season relegated from the English Premier League.
However, sports247.ng gathered that Ajayi’ side were highly motivated to make the best of home advantage in going 2-0 up, before they were forced to share the points, but the Super Eagles rookie was rated very high personally.
The former Arsenal youth team captain was declared man of the match by Rotherham’s fans and Ajayi admitted he was delighted to helping in putting in another dominant performance.
Ajayi’s man of the match award was boosted by 36 touches and eight clearances as well as eight contests won out of 11 duels and three well timed tackles.