Hull City celebrates victory over Manchester United in Premier League opener
BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:59 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Hull City marked their return to the Premier League with a victory over Manchester United on August 20, ending a nine-year absence from the top flight. Hull’s Assistant Head Coach Dean Holden discussed the match, noting that the win demonstrates their ability to thrive despite skepticism. In contrast, Tottenham Hotspur suffered a disappointing defeat to Brentford, highlighting early struggles for the squad. The review show included insights from analysts Rick Edwards and Luke Edwards, who examined the implications of these results for the teams moving forward.
- •Hull City defeated Manchester United in their Premier League opener.
- •Dean Holden emphasized overcoming doubt after the victory.
- •Tottenham Hotspur lost to Brentford amid early-season challenges.
- •The match occurred on August 20, 2026.
- •The review analyzed the impact of these results on team morale and future performances.
- 8:59 AMBBC Football — Premier League review: Hull glorious & Spurs dismal
"Rick Edwards, Luke Edwards, Charlie Austin & Dean Holden discuss the opening weekend.
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