Hull City vs Manchester United — Live Score, Lineups, Stats & Updates
Premier League 2026/27 · Saturday, 22 August 2026 · Kick-off 12:30 BST (07:30 ET) · MKM Stadium, Kingston upon Hull
Live Score
Score updates automatically as our editorial team publishes minute-by-minute commentary below.
Match Preview
Hull City return to the Premier League after a nine-year absence and could not have asked for a tougher opening test, welcoming Manchester United to a sold-out MKM Stadium on the season's first Saturday. The Tigers earned promotion through the Championship play-offs, beating Millwall in the semi-final and Middlesbrough in the final, and head coach Sergej Jakirovic has overhauled the squad with more than a dozen new signings to prepare for top-flight football.
Manchester United arrive under Michael Carrick, who took permanent charge midway through last season and guided the club to a third-place finish. Pre-season form was mixed — an opening defeat to Wrexham followed by wins over Rosenborg and Atletico Madrid, draws with Paris Saint-Germain and Leeds United, and a heavy loss to AC Milan in Poland — but Carrick's side arrive as clear favourites given the gulf in squad depth.
Team news favours the visitors: Carrick is without Manuel Ugarte, Lisandro Martínez, Kobbie Mainoo and Mason Mount among others, while summer arrivals Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos strengthen the midfield options. Hull's preparations have been hit harder, with as many as seven to nine players sidelined through injury, including forward-line doubts around Cody Drameh and Matty Jacob, and defender Zambrano continuing his return from a hamstring problem.
Key Storylines
- Hull City's first Premier League fixture since their relegation nearly a decade ago.
- Michael Carrick targets a winning start to his first full season in permanent charge at Old Trafford.
- New United signings Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos in line for competitive debuts.
- Hull's home crowd and compact defensive shape will look to frustrate United's build-up play.
Match Timeline
This timeline will be updated with goals, cards and key incidents as the match unfolds.
Live Commentary
Starting XI & Substitutes
🟠 Hull City (Formation: 4-2-3-1) — TBC
- GK — Confirmed at team announcement
- RB — Confirmed at team announcement
- CB — Confirmed at team announcement
- CB — Confirmed at team announcement
- LB — Confirmed at team announcement
- CM — Confirmed at team announcement
- CM — Confirmed at team announcement
- RW — Confirmed at team announcement
- AM — Confirmed at team announcement
- LW — Confirmed at team announcement
- ST — Confirmed at team announcement
🔴 Manchester United (Formation: 4-3-3) — TBC
- GK — Confirmed at team announcement
- RB — Confirmed at team announcement
- CB — Confirmed at team announcement
- CB — Confirmed at team announcement
- LB — Confirmed at team announcement
- CM — Confirmed at team announcement
- CM — Confirmed at team announcement
- CM — Confirmed at team announcement
- RW — Confirmed at team announcement
- ST — Confirmed at team announcement
- LW — Confirmed at team announcement
Official confirmed line-ups are added here as soon as both clubs announce their teams, usually around 11:30 BST.
Live Match Stats
| Hull City | Stat | Man United |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Shots | 0 |
| 0 | Shots on Target | 0 |
| 0 | Corners | 0 |
| 0 | Fouls | 0 |
| 0 | Yellow Cards | 0 |
Stats populate live once the match kicks off and refresh throughout all 90 minutes plus stoppage time.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Manchester United hold a dominant historical record against Hull City. The two clubs have met 18 times across all competitions, including a two-legged EFL Cup semi-final in which United progressed 3-2 on aggregate after Hull won the second leg at home.
| Total Meetings | Man Utd Wins | Draws | Hull Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 13 | 2 | 3 |
Recent Form (Last 5)
Hull City
Three wins, one draw, one loss in their last five outings, most recently a 2-0 pre-season defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt after a 1-0 competitive win over Middlesbrough sealed promotion.
Manchester United
Three wins, one draw and one loss across their final pre-season fixtures, with United collecting more Premier League points than any other side across the 2026 calendar year so far.
Match Prediction
Manchester United's superior squad depth and Premier League experience make them clear favourites at the MKM Stadium, with most statistical models placing United's win probability above 45% against roughly 27% for a draw and 27% for a Hull win. United's opening-day record is also historically strong, though Hull's home support and disciplined low-block approach could keep the scoreline tight into the closing stages.
Prediction is for entertainment purposes only and is not betting advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Hull City vs Manchester United kick off?
Kick-off is at 12:30 BST (07:30 ET) on Saturday, 22 August 2026 at the MKM Stadium.
Where is Hull City vs Manchester United being played?
The match is being played at the MKM Stadium in Kingston upon Hull, as part of Matchday 1 of the 2026/27 Premier League season.
How can I watch Hull City vs Manchester United live streaming?
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Who is favourite to win Hull City vs Manchester United?
Manchester United are the clear favourites against newly promoted Hull City, though Hull's home crowd and compact defensive shape give them a genuine chance of frustrating the visitors.
What is the head-to-head record between Hull City and Manchester United?
Manchester United have won 13 of the 18 meetings between the two clubs, with Hull winning 3 and 2 ending level.
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