Hull City Transfer News: Sergej Jakirovic Expects Manchester United Win to Persuade Targets as He Closes in on New Contract
Hull exposed United’s defensive frailties as first-half goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy sealed a deserved win, with Marcus Rashford returning after 618 days.
- On Saturday, newly promoted Hull City defeated Manchester United 2-0 at MKM Stadium, delivering a significant upset on the opening weekend under coach Sergej Jakirovic.
- Hull entered the match as relegation favorites in their first top-flight game for nine years, yet their organization and clarity of approach suggested a team comfortable at this level.
- Semi Ajayi poked home the opener on 17 minutes after United hesitated, followed by Nobel Mendy's header past Senne Lammens on 38 minutes, while Hull's midfield outfought United's expensive pairing of Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.
- For United, captain Bruno Fernandes admitted defensive issues were flagged before kick-off, while Marcus Rashford made his first competitive appearance in 618 days, intensifying scrutiny on manager Michael Carrick.
- Coach Jakirovic is close to agreeing a new three-year contract, while Hull pursue a £13m deal for Nice forward Mohamed-Ali Cho and Union Berlin forward Ilyas Ansah with around 10 days remaining in the transfer window.
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Paul Scholes slams Bruno Fernandes and tells Man Utd star to 'keep your mouth shut' after Hull defeat
Paul Scholes has told Bruno Fernandes he should have kept his "mouth shut" after the Manchester United captain criticised his team following their opening-day defeat at Hull City.Michael Carrick's side suffered a miserable start to the Premier League campaign, losing 2-0 against the newly promoted relegation favourites at the MKM Stadium.Both goals came from set pieces, exposing familiar weaknesses which Carrick must address before Sunday's meet…
Premier League Gameweek 1: Hull City Stun Man Utd, Arsenal Make Winning Start to Title Defence
Get latest articles and stories on Sports at LatestLY. The 2026/27 Premier League season has begun emphatically, with the opening Gameweek delivering a mix of major upsets, late drama and standout individual performances. Sports News | Premier League Gameweek 1: Hull City Stun Man Utd, Arsenal Make Winning Start to Title Defence.
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The 2026/27 Premier League season has begun emphatically, with the opening Gameweek delivering a mix of major upsets, late drama and standout individual performances.
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Manchester United mauled by The Tigers in Hull
Hull City marked their Premier League return with a controlled, confident and fully deserved 2-0 win over Manchester United at the MKM Stadium, delivering a jolt to Michael Carrick’s side on the opening weekend. First‑half goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy exposed United’s defensive frailties and set the tone for an afternoon where the visitors never looked comfortable. United arrived with optimism after a strong finish last season. Hull arr…
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