Marvin Senaya returns to AJ Auxerre action after 120-day injury layoff

Ghana defender Marvin Senaya has marked his long-awaited return to competitive football, featuring for AJ Auxerre in their Ligue 1 encounter against Strasbourg. The right-back’s appearance on the pitch brought an end to a 120-day absence caused by a serious injury. Entering the match as a second-half substitute, Senaya played 27 minutes, though he could not prevent his side from succumbing to a heavy 5-1 defeat at the hands of their opponents.

The 23-year-old’s journey back to professional action began after a significant setback during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Senaya sustained a debilitating hamstring injury while playing for the Black Stars in their match against Colombia on July 3. The severity of the injury required him to undergo surgery in Paris shortly after the tournament, followed by a rigorous four-month rehabilitation program designed to restore his fitness and defensive stability.

His comeback serves as a timely boost for the Ghana national team as they look ahead to the next round of international fixtures. The Black Stars are currently finalizing preparations for their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Somalia, which are slated for mid-November. Having a regular contributor like Senaya back in contention provides a lift for the technical team, offering tactical flexibility in the backline as Ghana seeks to secure its place in the continental tournament.