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Hull City
3-4-2-1
● Confirmed
9
McBurnie
10
Belloumi
35
↓71′
Stroud
3
↓85′
Giles
27
Slater
25
Crooks
2
↓70′
Coyle
6
⚽↓64′
Ajayi
15
Egan
32
⚽↓64′
Mendy
19
Tzolakis
Bench (19)
Lucas Herrington ↑64′ · Paddy McNair ↑64′ · Paddy McNair ↑64′ · Cody Drameh ↑70′ · Cody Drameh ↑70′ · Liam Millar ↑71′ · Matt Targett ↑85′ · Dillon Phillips · Jens Hjertoe-Dahl · Kieran Dowell · Lucas Gourna-Douath · Matty Jacob · Joe Gelhardt · Hidemasa Morita · Charlie Hughes · Jack Butland · Darko Gyabi · Oscar Zambrano · Eliot Matazo
Coach · Sergej Jakirovic
Match Preview
Hull City vs Manchester United Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-08-20 11:31 UTC
Hull City and Manchester United open Premier League campaigns
Saturday afternoon at The MKM Stadium marks the return of top-flight football as Hull City host Manchester United for their opening fixture of the Premier League season. Both sides arrive looking to set an immediate tone for the campaign ahead in what promises to be a testing start for the hosts.
Team news and expected lineups
As the new season dawns, both managers are dealing with notable fitness concerns. Hull City will be without Charlie Hughes and Joe Gelhardt, while Manchester United must navigate the absences of Mason Mount and Tom Heaton.
The expected XI for Hull City features Konstantinos Tzolakis in goal, supported by a defensive line of Lewie Coyle, Semi Ajayi, John Egan, and Elliot Stroud. In midfield, the hosts are expected to deploy Jens Hjertoe-Dahl, Regan Slater, Matt Crooks, and Ryan Giles, with Oli McBurnie and Mohamed Belloumi tasked with leading the attack.
Manchester United’s expected XI sees Senne Lammens in goal behind a back four of Diogo Dalot, Leny Yoro, Harry Maguire, and Luke Shaw. The midfield is expected to consist of Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos, and Bruno Fernandes, providing service for a front three of Amad Diallo, Matheus Cunha, and Bryan Mbeumo.
Hull City's path to the top flight
Hull City enter this match following a rigorous pre-season schedule that saw them test their mettle against a variety of international opponents. Their campaign last term was defined by a successful run through the Championship playoff, culminating in a victory over Middlesbrough in May.
Leading the line for the hosts, Oli McBurnie arrives at the start of this Premier League season in impressive touch. Having netted 5 goals in his last 9 appearances, he will be the focal point of the Hull attack as they look to challenge the visiting defence.
Manchester United's preparations
Manchester United conclude their pre-season preparations having faced high-profile opposition, including recent matches against AC Milan and Leeds United. Their final Premier League outing last May saw them secure a convincing victory over Brighton & Hove Albion, capping off a strong finish to the previous season.
Bryan Mbeumo is expected to be a central figure for the visitors, having matched McBurnie’s output with 5 goals in his last 10 appearances. His ability to find space will be crucial for a Manchester United side looking to secure all three points on the opening weekend.
Historical context of the fixture
Meetings between these two clubs have often been tightly contested affairs. Their most recent Premier League encounters, dating back to 2017, include a goalless draw at Old Trafford and a narrow victory for Manchester United at The MKM Stadium in August 2016.
While the history books show a mix of results, including an EFL Cup semi-final tie in early 2017 where both sides claimed a victory, Saturday’s match represents a fresh start. Both teams will be eager to establish early momentum in a division where every point is hard-earned.
Manchester United
4-2-3-1
● Confirmed
10
↓80′
Cunha
13
↓46′
Dorgu
8
Fernandes
19
Mbeumo
18
↓67′
Tielemans
17
↓67′
Santos
23
Shaw
26
Heaven
5
Maguire
3
↓80′
Mazraoui
1
Lammens
Bench (15)
Marcus Rashford ↑46′ · Benjamin Sesko ↑67′ · Kobbie Mainoo ↑67′ · Benjamin Sesko ↑67′ · Diogo Dalot ↑80′ · Shea Lacey ↑80′ · Lisandro Martinez · Joshua Zirkzee · Karl Darlow · Leny Yoro · Karl Darlow · Tom Heaton · Mason Mount · Manuel Ugarte · Matthijs de Ligt
Coach · Michael Carrick
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