Hull are back — and they make an instant impact
Hull City returned to the Premier League after a lengthy absence and immediately gave their supporters a moment to savour. Manchester United, one of the biggest clubs in the world, arrived at the MKM Stadium as clear favourites — and left with nothing. Ajayi headed in from a corner in the 17th minute, and Mendy made it 2:0 in the 38th after a swift counter-attack. United threw everything at Hull in the second half but could not find a way through the hosts' well-organised defence.
Hull's goalkeeper made seven saves in the second half alone — an impenetrable wall that United simply could not break down. Hull fans celebrated late into the night, and analysts are already ranking this result among the biggest opening-day upsets in Premier League history.
What next for United?
Manchester United begin the season with the weight of an opening-day defeat to a promoted side. It is not the signal United's supporters were hoping for after a busy summer transfer window. Questions about tactics, mentality and squad depth will return with greater intensity. Hull City, meanwhile, write themselves into the history books — their first win back in the top flight, and against opponents of that stature.