Semi Ajayi was named Sky Bet EFL Man of the Match after netting the dramatic late winner in West Brom’s 1-0 win at Peterborough on Saturday, Completesports.com reports.
West Brom announced Ajayi as the best player of the hardfought win, which saw the Baggies maintain their unbeaten streak after five games played (four wins, one draw).
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As extra-time edged towards a close, Matt Phillips raced down the line before crossing a low ball for Semi Ajayi to side-foot home in the 94th minute, sparking scenes of jubilation in the away end.
It was Ajayi’s first goal of the season after four Championship games played for the Baggies.
The win took West Brom to second position on 13 points in the league table, same points as leaders Fulham but behind on goals difference.
By James Agberebi
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AJAYI HAS ALWAYS HAD A KNACK FOR SCORING GOALS, HE IS A REAL GOAL THREAT IN THE OPPOSITION’S BOX. THAT’S NOT HIS PROBLEM. HIS PROBLEM IS HIS DEFENDING, HE LOSES FOCUS AT TIMES AND DOESN’T STAY ON HIS MAN AS HE SHOULD. HOPE HE GETS BETTER WITH TIME.