'A clean sheet' – Ajayi reveals key takeaway from Hull's season opener ahead of Wrexham clash

Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi has set his sights on a strong Carabao Cup run as Hull City prepare to face Wrexham in the first round on Tuesday night.

Ajayi, who joined the Tigers this summer, believes a deep cup run would not only boost the team’s confidence but also give fans plenty to cheer about.

"One of our goals this season has to be trying to get a lengthy cup run, and I know the fans really enjoy stuff like that," Ajayi said to Hull City's official website.

"So hopefully we can give them something to celebrate in the cup and go as far as we can.

"We’re just focusing on ourselves and at the end of the day, we just want to make our fans happy and give them some happy days to celebrate."

The 31-year-old also voiced his satisfaction with the team’s display in their Championship season opener, a goalless draw against Coventry City.

"I’d say overall it’s a positive result to come to a place like this and get a draw and another clean sheet," he reflected.

"There are definitely things we can take away from the game that we need to improve on, but there are a lot of positives we can take as well.

"The way we started the game was really good, just to quieten down the fans, and we got a good grip of the game.

"There were times when we had to suffer and defend, but we did that really, really well.

"We didn’t look like conceding, which is a positive that we can take into next week and the season ahead."

On his own display, Ajayi was satisfied but admitted there is room for improvement.

"I was pleased. A clean sheet is always what a defender’s looking for. There are definitely things I can improve on, but it’s a good start, and it’s something to build on.

"I pride myself on taking my one-on-one match-ups seriously, so whoever I’m up against, I want to dominate that match-up and come out on top in the duels I face."

Ahead of the clash at the MKM Stadium, Semi Ajayi will be hoping to help the Tigers secure a positive outcome and maintain their strong start to the season.

Adeyemi Adewale

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