Manchester United began their Premier League campaign with a 2-0 defeat away at newly promoted Hull City, who marked their return to the top flight with a win at the MKM Stadium.
Key facts
- Hull City beat Manchester United 2-0 on the opening weekend.
- The match was played at Hull's MKM Stadium.
- Hull are newly promoted to the Premier League.
- The result marks a losing start to United's league campaign.
Manchester United lost 2-0 away to newly promoted Hull City on the opening day of the Premier League, according to Al Jazeera.
The match was played at Hull’s MKM Stadium, where the home side made what the BBC described as a dream start to their Premier League return.
Sky Sports, which carried highlights of the game, listed the final scoreline as Hull 2-0 Manchester United.
The win came in Hull City’s first game back in the Premier League following their promotion.
For Manchester United, the result means an opening-day defeat to begin their league campaign.
Al Jazeera, the BBC and Sky Sports all reported the 2-0 result in Hull’s favour at the MKM Stadium.
Why it matters
Opening-weekend results can shape early narratives in the Premier League. A home win over Manchester United is a notable result for newly promoted Hull City, while United begin the campaign with a defeat.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score between Hull and Manchester United?
Hull City won 2-0, according to Al Jazeera, the BBC and Sky Sports.
Where was the match played?
The game was played at Hull's MKM Stadium, according to the BBC.
Why is the result notable for Hull City?
Hull are newly promoted to the Premier League, and the win marked a dream start to their return to the top flight on the opening weekend.