Manchester United opens Premier League season with loss to Hull City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:54 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Manchester United was defeated 2-0 by Hull City in their opening match of the 2026/27 Premier League season on August 22. Hull City dominated, scoring in the first half through Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy, exposing United's fitness concerns as several players returned late from World Cup duties. Manager Michael Carrick acknowledged the team's poor performance but emphasized that it is just one game. United will next face Ipswich Town, who won their opening fixture against Sunderland.
- •Manchester United lost 2-0 to Hull City on August 22.
- •Hull City scored twice in the first half.
- •Manager Michael Carrick cited fitness issues among players.
- •United will play Ipswich Town in their next match.
- •Several key players reported late for pre-season.
- 11:54 PMYahoo Sports — Is Manchester United Fit Enough For The New Season?
"Manchester United suffered a bruising defeat to Hull City on the opening weekend of the 2026/26 Premier League season.
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