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Chelsea's stake sale to Clearlake Capital is described as an important day by Xabi Alonso as he takes the job, while Newcastle, Brentford, Coventry and Hull managers discuss team news, injuries and weekend fixtures in a broad Premier League press conference update.
Chelsea came from behind to draw 2-2 with Hull City at Stamford Bridge after Hull opened a 2-0 lead; João Pedro equalised for Chelsea, who pressed late for a winner but couldn’t seal it.
Chelsea host Hull City at Stamford Bridge on Sept. 12, 2026, as Chelsea chase balance after eight goals in three games but with a leaky defense, while Hull sit third in the early table having yet to concede; Chelsea’s injury-hit midfield — Caicedo, Palestra, Henderson and Emegha out — complicates plans, while Hull cope with a longer injury list but remain dangerous under Sergej Jakirović. The clubs’ last meeting saw Chelsea win 4-0 in the FA Cup. Kickoff and broadcast details are noted.
Chelsea announce a rotated 3-4-2-1 lineup for Hull City’s visit to Stamford Bridge, with Malo Gusto at left wing-back and Maxence Lacroix among the substitutes; Chelsea’s starting XI is Martínez; Hato, Colwill, Fofana; Gusto, Lavia, James (c), Neto; Rogers, Palmer; João Pedro, and Hull line up with Tzolakis; Coyle (c), Ajayi, Egan, Mendy, Giles, Crooks, Slater, Belloumi, McBurnie, Stroud. The match kicks off 15:00 BST on Saturday, 12 September 2026, at Stamford Bridge. TV: none in the UK; Universo in the US; streaming: NBC Sports Live and Telemundo Deportes En Vivo in the US; JioHotstar in India; DStv Now in NGA. Referees: Farai Hallam on the pitch and Michael Oliver (VAR).
Hull City hosted Aston Villa in a 0-0 draw as Villa continued to search for their first Premier League goal of the season, with Hull pressing and a stream of live updates covering chances, cards, and momentum.
Hull City delivered the weekend's standout result with a win over Manchester United, Leeds United also impressed by beating Nottingham Forest, while Brentford and Brighton enjoyed wins too; however Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, Manchester United and Tottenham were among the weekend's big losers, with Fulham vs Chelsea still to come.
Hull City shocked Manchester United 2-0 on the Premier League’s opening day, with Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy scoring from set-pieces after Regan Slater set them up, as Hull’s disciplined defense and counter-attacking approach disrupted United’s game and delivered a famous early-season upset.
Bruno Fernandes blasted Manchester United for the 'same mistakes' that cost them a 2-0 defeat at Hull City, pointing to sloppy ball retention, a lack of pressing and two costly first-half set-piece goals; he urged more aggression and improved defense as United prepare for Ipswich Town.
Hull City beat Manchester United 2-0 to claim their first top-flight win over United since 1974, with both goals coming in the first half. The defeat sparked comments from pundits about United’s readiness and pressing, while Hull’s coach emphasized a plan around set-pieces. Rashford returned as a substitute for United, but manager Michael Carrick insisted the club won’t alter their course after the shock loss.
Hull City defeated Manchester United 2-0 with standout showings across the side, including a superb debut from Konstantinos Tzolakis and goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy, with high ratings for most Hull players reflecting a cohesive attacking and defensive display.
Hull City stunned Manchester United 2-0 on the opening day of the 2026-27 Premier League, with Semi Ajayi opening the scoring and Nobel Mendy adding a second from a set piece, as United’s new midfield signings and Carrick-era setup were unable to break through Hull’s compact 5-4-1 counter-attacking plan.
Hull City said they will pursue legal action if they lose the Championship play-off final, a scene set by Southampton’s expulsion from the playoffs for spying on rivals and the rejection of their appeal; Southampton apologized and the FA opened an investigation, with Middlesbrough stressing the need to do the right thing as Hull reflected on the last two weeks of controversy.
Hull City sealed the last Championship play-off place by beating Norwich 2-1 on the final day, finishing two points clear of Wrexham and Derby. Wrexham’s and Derby’s hopes faded amid late twists in the table, sending Hull to face Millwall while Wrexham finished seventh and Derby eighth.
Macclesfield will host Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round, while Hull City draw Chelsea and Aston Villa face Newcastle United; the draw also features Wolves vs Grimsby Town, Liverpool vs Brighton & Hove Albion, and Manchester City vs Salford or Swindon Town, with the round scheduled for mid-February.