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Manchester United loses 2-0 to Hull in Premier League opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 1:33 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Manchester United loses 2-0 to Hull in Premier League opener

Summary

Manchester United suffered a 2-0 defeat against Hull City at the MKM Stadium on Saturday, marking a disappointing start to their Premier League season. First-half goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy secured the win for Hull, who are newly promoted and facing injury challenges. Despite some early chances from United, they were unable to convert and were later punished for defensive errors. Manager Michael Carrick has called for more signings following the loss, and the team’s next match will be against Ipswich, another promoted side. United’s lack of attacking threat was highlighted as both Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos underperformed in their debuts.

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By the Numbers

•Hull City secures first Premier League win since 2017.
•Manchester United faces early pressure to improve following this defeat.
•Michael Carrick demands more signings after disappointing performance.
•Hull takes a 2-0 lead with goals from Ajayi and Mendy.
•Next, Manchester United will host Ipswich in their following match.

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1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Man Utd humiliated by Hull in dismal start to Premier League season

What they're saying

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Manchester United crashed to a humiliating 2-0 defeat at promoted Hull on Saturday in a dismal start to their Premier League campaign.Carrick laughed off claims that United have been handed an easy start to the season, with their trip to Hull followed by a home game against Ipswich, another of the promoted teams.
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