Hull City is set to face Manchester United in the Premier League season opener this Saturday. The Tigers finished 6th in the Championship last season with 73 points, and are looking to improve on that record.
What to Expect
Manchester United has a strong record against newly promoted sides, with 9 wins and 3 draws in their last 12 matches. However, Hull City has been in good form recently, with 4 wins in their last 5 matches, including a 1-0 win over Middlesbrough on May 23, 2026.
Head-to-Head Record
The two teams have met 33 times in the past, with Manchester United winning 22 of those encounters. However, Hull City has had some recent success against the Red Devils, including a 2-1 win in the League Cup semi-finals in 2017.
Injury Update
Hull City will be without several key players for the match, including Charlie Hughes, Darko Gyabi, Hidemasa Morita, Jack Butland, Paddy McNair, and Óscar Zambrano, who are all currently sidelined with injuries. The match will be a tough test for Hull City, but they will be looking to build on their recent form and cause an upset against one of the Premier League's top teams. With their recent form and home advantage, Hull City will be looking to get off to a strong start in the new season.
