– Manchester United are chasing victory – but Hull City are going to fight
Manchester United travel to newly promoted Hull for the first Premier League game of the season. The Red Devils will follow Arsenal’s example and start with three points – but the task could be tougher than for the champions.
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The Tigers have the home crowd behind them, and with an early kick-off as well, a tough challenge awaits Michael Carrick’s side.
Team news
Hull starts with: Tzolakis – Coyle, Ajayi, Egan, Mendy, Giles – Crooks, Slater – Belloumi, McBurnie, Stroud
Substitutes: Phillips, Millar, Hjertø-Dahl, McNair, Drameh, Herrington, Targett, Dowell, Gourna
Manchester United will start with: Lammens – Mazraoui, Maguire, Heaven, Shaw – Santos, Tielemans – Amad, Fernandes, Cunha – Mbeumo
Substitutes: Darlow, Dalot, Martínez, Yoro, Mainoo, Lacey, Rashford, Šeško, Zirkzee
Key statistics
- Hull are back in the Premier League for the first time since 2016/17
- Hull have won just three of their last 18 meetings with United
- Last time they met in the Premier League: 0-0 in February 2017
- Hull pre-season: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss
- United’s pre-season: 3 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses (including 5-0 against Rosenborg)
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Our Prediction
Hull’s return to the Premier League will be a tough test for United, especially with the home fans behind them. But United’s experience and offensive quality should weigh heavier.
Tips: Hull City 1-2 Manchester United
