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Jakirovic praises Hull City's tactical plan after win over Manchester United

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 2:17 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Jakirovic praises Hull City's tactical plan after win over Manchester United

Summary

Hull City head coach Sergej Jakirovic commended his team for adhering to their tactical strategy during a convincing 2-0 victory against Manchester United. The match marked the opening weekend of the Premier League season, highlighting Hull's strong start. Jakirovic emphasized that the players demonstrated their ability to compete at a high level, which could bode well for the rest of the season. Following this performance, Hull City aims to build momentum in their upcoming fixtures.

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By the Numbers

•Hull City defeated Manchester United 2-0 in their Premier League opener.
•Sergej Jakirovic praised players for following the tactical plan.
•The match took place on the opening weekend of the new season.
•Hull City aims to maintain their momentum in future matches.

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2:17 PMBBC Sport — 'We showed we can compete' - Jakirovic

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Hull City head coach Sergej Jakirovic praises his side for their approach and sticking to the tactical plan to gain a 2-0 win against Manchester United on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.
— BBC Sport

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