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Hull 2-0 Manchester United: Report, result and goals as Red Devils beaten on opening weekend

By WAF News Desk 1 min read
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Hull 2-0 Manchester United: Report, result and goals as Red Devils beaten on opening weekend

Catch up with all the action from Hull’s return to the Premier League against Manchester United.

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Manchester United suffered a 2-0 defeat to newly-promoted Hull City in their opening Premier League match of the 2026-27 season. The Red Devils, managed by Michael Carrick, travelled to Hull for the fixture but fell behind during the encounter. The loss marked a disappointing start to United's campaign after their previous season's finish.

What we know

  • Hull City defeated Manchester United 2-0 in United's season opener
  • The match was Hull's return to the Premier League as newly-promoted side
  • Manchester United manager Michael Carrick oversaw the opening fixture

Why it matters

United's opening-day loss to a promoted team represents an unexpected setback under Carrick. The result sets an early tone for the season and raises questions about the side's form ahead of upcoming fixtures.

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