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Manchester United struggles with fitness in match against Hull City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 9:09 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Manchester United struggles with fitness in match against Hull City

Summary

Manchester United faced criticism for a lack of intensity in their match against Hull City. Former player Wayne Rooney and pundit Alan Shearer highlighted a fitness issue, stating the team was too passive on the field. Hull City altered their tactics effectively, leading to an opening goal by Semi Ajayi and a second goal from Nobel Mendy. The match is ongoing, with United needing a significant response to their current performance.

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By the Numbers

•Match taking place on August 24, 2026.
•Manchester United criticized for lacking energy and intensity.
•Hull City scored two goals, with Ajayi and Mendy finding the net.
•United's defensive struggles were evident against Hull's tactics.
•The match is still in progress.

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9:09 AMYahoo Sports — Were Man Utd players unfit?

What they're saying

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The general consensus was that Manchester United lacked intensity against Hull City; even Carrick's close friend Wayne Rooney said so on Match of the Day. "For Manchester United to build on what they did last season they need to become a team other teams are scared of," he said. Former England striker and Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer felt it was a fitness issue, even though six of the side that started were there right at the start of pre-season training on 9 July.
— Yahoo Sports

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