Hull City draws 2-2 at Stamford Bridge, remains unbeaten in four matches
The Guardian Sport • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 4:06 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Hull City drew 2-2 against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on September 16, 2026. The result keeps Hull in a surprising fourth place in the Premier League with eight points after securing victory against Manchester United and Coventry earlier this season. The team's unbeaten run has extended to four matches, raising expectations despite previous predictions of a challenging season. Hull's performance contrasts sharply with their near relegation to League One just over a year ago.
- •Hull City was nearly relegated to League One last year.
- •The team has four points from two draws and one win.
- •Oli McBurnie's late goal secured Hull's promotion from the Championship.
- •Hull has upcoming fixtures in the Premier League to continue their unbeaten streak.
- 4:06 PMThe Guardian Sport — Hull City’s rise from Championship strugglers to Premier League fliers
"Hull were nearly relegated to League One last year. Now they are fourth in the Premier League By WhoScored Sixteen months ago Hull City avoided relegation to League One on goal difference. Four months ago, they needed a last-minute goal from Oli McBurnie at Wembley to win the Championship playoff final. Three weeks ago, when the pre-season predictions were published, they were tipped to threaten Derby County’s record of the worst ever points tally in the Premier League. On Saturday night, they left Stamford Bridge third in the Premier League with eight points. The 2-2 draw extended their unbeaten run to four games. They have beaten Manchester United and Coventry, and picked up draws against Aston Villa and Chelsea. We are in September and there are 34 more games to come. Hull will not be competing with Arsenal and Manchester City come the end of May. But their start has been remarkable. Almost everyone doubted whether the qualities that took them on an improbable run to the Premier League could keep them there. Continue reading...
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