Millar scores late as Hull tops Coventry in Premier League clash
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Liam Millar scored late to give Hull City a 1-0 victory over Coventry City at the CBS Arena, marking Hull's second consecutive win in the Premier League. The match saw Coventry succumb to their second straight league defeat under Frank Lampard. Millar's goal came in the final moments, securing crucial points for Hull as they look to build momentum in the top flight. Coventry aims to reverse their fortunes in the upcoming fixtures after a disappointing start to the season.
- •Liam Millar scores the only goal for Hull City.
- •Match held at CBS Arena in Coventry.
- •Hull City achieves second consecutive Premier League victory.
- •Coventry City experiences their second straight league defeat.
- •Hull City looks to continue their momentum in upcoming matches.
- 4:11 PMThe Guardian Sport — Hull maintain flying start as Liam Millar’s winner ruins Coventry’s day
"Perhaps last week’s triumph was not a one-off. Hull backed up a shock victory against Manchester United by maintaining their 100% start to the Premier League by condemning Coventry to successive defeats. “We’re gonna win the league,” was the glorious chant raining down from the Hull support after Liam Millar’s 82nd-minute strike. The goal was a sucker-punch for Coventry, who were pushing for a winner themselves and looked set to at least earn their first point of the season. Frank Lampard, arms folded, was unmoved as the away end rejoiced. Continue reading...
"In a tale of two contrasting returns to the top flight, substitute Liam Millar scored late on to seal Hull's second straight victory in a 1-0 win at the CBS while Frank Lampard's Coventry fell to a second consecutive league defeat.
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External links- The Guardian SportAug 29, 2026, 4:11 PMHull maintain flying start as Liam Millar’s winner ruins Coventry’s day
Perhaps last week’s triumph was not a one-off. Hull backed up a shock victory against Manchester United by maintaining their 100% start to the Premier League by condemning Coventry to successive defeats. “We’re gonna win the league,” was the glorious chant raining down from the Hull support after Liam Millar’s 82nd-minute strike. The goal was a sucker-punch for Coventry, who were pushing for a winner themselves and looked set to at least earn their first point of the season. Frank Lampard, arms folded, was unmoved as the away end rejoiced. Continue reading...
- Sky Sports—Millar seals second straight Hull win as Coventry 25-year wait for PL win continues
In a tale of two contrasting returns to the top flight, substitute Liam Millar scored late on to seal Hull's second straight victory in a 1-0 win at the CBS while Frank Lampard's Coventry fell to a second consecutive league defeat.
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