EPL: Promoted Hull Stun Man United 2-0 In Season Opener. Photo Credit: ManUtd
Newly promoted Hull City produced a stunning result on the opening weekend of the 2026/27 Premier League season, beating Manchester United 2-0 at the MKM Stadium on Saturday to leave the visitors reeling after their first competitive outing under Michael Carrick.
Semi Ajayi opened the scoring in the 17th minute with a close-range finish following a corner, before Nobel Mendy doubled the lead in the 38th minute with a header from a set-piece delivery by Regan Slater.
Manchester United dominated possession but struggled to break down a well-organised Hull defence. The official club account posted afterwards: “Defeat in our opening game.”
The Tigers, back in the top flight after winning promotion through the Championship play-offs, defended resolutely thereafter and held on for a famous victory in front of 24,470 fans. Related News Morning recap: APC-Accord Osun naira rain, Atiku’s fuel subsidy debate, other top stories EPL: Liverpool, Man City face new-era test without Salah, Guardiola Prolific Osimhen scores back-to-back braces
