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Sergej Jakirovic discusses Hull City squad and Coventry matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:35 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Sergej Jakirovic discusses Hull City squad and Coventry matchup

Summary

Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic addressed the media ahead of the Premier League match against Coventry City on Thursday. He confirmed his squad from the win over Manchester United is fit and ready after a training session. Jakirovic also indicated progress on signing forwards Mohamed-Ali Cho and Ilyas Ansah. He acknowledged the challenge presented by Coventry in their first home game in 25 years. He expressed optimism about his team's competitiveness despite acknowledging the financial disparities between the clubs.

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By the Numbers

•Hull City prepares to face Coventry City at CBS Arena.
•Jakirovic confirms squad fitness and readiness for the match.
•Hull City is close to signing Mohamed-Ali Cho and Ilyas Ansah.
•The game marks Coventry's first home match in 25 years.
•Jakirovic highlights the challenge posed by a well-equipped Coventry team.

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2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Jakirovic on squad fitness, transfer targets and Coventry

What they're saying

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Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovic has been speaking to the media before Thursday's Premier League game against Coventry City at the CBS Arena (15:00 BST). All these players had a training session today.
— Yahoo Sports

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