League: EPL Sport: Soccer Country: England Category: Scores & Results

Hull City shocks Manchester United with 2-0 win in Premier League opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:59 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Hull City shocks Manchester United with 2-0 win in Premier League opener

Summary

Hull City secured a surprising 2-0 victory against Manchester United in their Premier League return on August 24, 2026. Many pundits had predicted Hull to finish at the bottom of the league after gaining promotion through the Championship play-offs last season. Manager Sergej Jakirovic's side aimed to prove critics wrong, particularly after facing ridicule from former Premier League players regarding their chances for survival. The match was marked by Hull's resilience, as they delivered a strong performance against the football elite.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Status Watch

•Hull City defeats Manchester United 2-0 on August 24, 2026.
•Hull entered the Premier League via Championship play-offs.
•Pundits had predicted Hull to finish at the bottom of the table.
•Manager Jakirovic aims to motivate his team against critics.
•This match may shift perceptions of Hull's survival chances.

Latest Updates

7:59 AMYahoo Sports — Will Hull defy a 'lazy but understandable' prediction?

What they're saying

"
Hull City certainly managed to support their manager Sergej Jakirovic's desire as they shocked Manchester United - and many neutral observers - with a 2-0 win on their return to the Premier League. The Tigers have been predicted by many to finish bottom, having only squeezed into the Premier League via last season's Championship play-offs.
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Manchester United EPL Soccer