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