Jacob and grandad promote Hull City in Cincinnati ahead of Premier League opener

Jacob Allmendinger and his grandfather Geoff Golliker are in Cincinnati, Ohio, as ambassadors for Hull City. The duo, who gained attention during the World Cup, have returned to promote the Tigers’ upcoming match against Manchester United. Their story, which includes Jacob spending his life savings to support England, led to their appointment as Premier League ambassadors. The event is part of the Coast to Coast Kick Off campaign, which aims to engage U.S. fans with English football, featuring events in 15 cities. Jacob expressed a desire to attract fans for Hull City by drawing parallels with the NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals.

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