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Hull City Stun Manchester United in Carrick’s Opener
Hull City beat Manchester United 2-0 in the first game of the Premier League season.
Hull had just been promoted, so the result surprised many people.
Manchester United controlled most of the ball, with 72% possession.
However, United struggled to create dangerous chances.
Bryan Mbeumo tested Hull’s goalkeeper, and Harry Maguire also threatened near the goal.
Marcus Rashford returned to the team but could not make a big difference.
Michael Carrick was unhappy with the loss.
He said the team needed to improve but believed one defeat would not undo their progress.
Newly promoted Hull City defeated Manchester United 2-0 at the MKM Stadium on Saturday.
The loss was Michael Carrick’s first major setback since taking charge of Manchester United.
United had 72% possession but failed to create enough decisive opportunities.
Marcus Rashford returned to United’s lineup for the first time since December 2024.
Carrick said the defeat was disappointing but would not change the club’s overall direction.
- Who
- Newly promoted Hull City and Manchester United, managed by Michael Carrick.
- What
- Hull City won 2-0, giving Manchester United a disappointing opening-weekend defeat.
- Where
- The MKM Stadium.
- When
- Saturday, during the opening weekend of the Premier League season.
- Why
- Hull took advantage of Manchester United’s lack of cutting edge, while United could not turn 72% possession into enough meaningful chances.
Key facts
- Result
- Hull City 2-0 Manchester United
- Venue
- MKM Stadium
- Possession
- Manchester United had 72%
- Manager
- Michael Carrick
- Rashford’s return
- Marcus Rashford made his first Manchester United appearance since December 2024
- Recent United form under Carrick
- Carrick guided United from mid-table to third place last season, collecting 39 points from 17 league matches
- New signings mentioned
- Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos joined, while Carlos Baleba was reportedly set to join
Quotes
Michael Carrick
Manchester United manager who addressed the defeat and its significance for the team’s progress
“It is one game. First game of the season. It is disappointing enough, it hurts, of course it does. But it doesn't change the whole course of direction the team is going in or the football club.”
CNBC TV 18
Sources
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