Benjamin Sesko nearing return for Manchester United's opener against Hull City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:25 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Benjamin Sesko is on track to return to full fitness ahead of Manchester United's season-opener against Hull City on August 22. The striker has been rehabilitating from a shin injury sustained during a match against Liverpool last season. He missed all pre-season friendlies but is expected to be in the squad for the 12:30 PM kick-off. Sesko ended his first season in England with 11 goals in 30 appearances, contributing significantly despite competition for starting spots.
- •Sesko is recovering from a re-aggravated shin injury.
- •He missed pre-season friendlies but is expected to feature against Hull City.
- •United kicks off the 2026/2027 season on August 22.
- •He scored 11 goals in 30 appearances last season.
- •Bayern Munich reportedly views Sesko as a long-term successor to Harry Kane.
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"Benjamin Sesko is poised to return to full fitness in time for Manchester United’s season-opener away to Hull City.The Red Devils kick off their 2026/2027 on Saturday, August 22 in the 12.30pm kick-...
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