Hull City vs Manchester United prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, August 22, 2026
English Premier League
In the first round of the English Premier League, on August 22, 2026, Hull City will face Manchester United. The hosts certainly do not want to return to this level with a defeat.
Hull City vs Manchester United: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Hull has not played at this level for nine consecutive years. Last season, they finished only sixth in the Championship with 73 points. However, by making it through the playoffs against Millwall and Middlesbrough, they managed to secure a return to the Premier League.
The Manchester giants missed the chance to salvage last season with success in the Europa League in the spring—they lost the final to Tottenham, who were in a similar situation domestically. Ruben Amorim was dismissed only in the winter. It seemed the club had written off that campaign, inviting Carrick until the summer. He managed to lift the team to third place—and, of course, shed the 'interim' tag.
The Premier League newcomer averaged 1.49 goals per game in the Championship, but conceded nearly as many—1.35. United, meanwhile, scored 1.82 per game and conceded 1.32.
Previous Matches: Hull City vs Manchester United
The last time these teams met was in the 2016/2017 season. In the league, United took four points, while in the League Cup, the teams exchanged 'home' victories.
Manchester United simply must start with a win, even away from home. Bet on them with a '-1 goal' handicap (odds – 1.60).
Hull City vs Manchester United: Key Statistics and Trends
- Hull City drew two of their last three pre-season friendlies
- Manchester United have not won in regular time in their last three matches
Hull City vs Manchester United: Possible Starting Lineups
Hull City play with a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (probable lineup): Pandur - Hughes, Egan, Ajayi - Giles, Crooks, Slater, Coyle - Millar, Belloumi - McBurnie. Zambrano and Butland are injured.
Manchester United use a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Heaton - Shaw, Martinez, Maguire, Yoro - Mount, Andrey Santos - Dorgu, Fernandes, Diallo - Mbeumo. Ugarte and De Ligt are still recovering.
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