Manchester United loses to Hull City in Premier League opening match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:23 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Manchester United suffered a 2-0 defeat to Hull City on the opening day of the Premier League on August 22. Semi Ajayi scored first for Hull in the 17th minute, followed by a header from Nobel Mendy in the 38th. Manager Michael Carrick expressed frustration over the loss but emphasized it is only the first game of the season and does not change the club's direction. He stated that improvement is necessary, especially in set-piece defense. United will look to rebound against Ipswich Town on August 30.
- •Manchester United lost 2-0 to Hull City in their season opener.
- •Semi Ajayi opened the scoring for Hull in the 17th minute.
- •Nobel Mendy added a second goal with a header in the 38th minute.
- •Michael Carrick remains optimistic about the team's future direction.
- •United's next match is against Ipswich Town on August 30.
- 3:23 PMYahoo Sports — 'It's one game': Man United manager vows to press on after loss to Hull City
"Manchester United manager Michael Carrick was frustrated by the loss at Hull City but said the result won't change the course of the club.
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