Manchester United travel to newly-promoted Hull for their Premier League opener.
The Red Devils are looking to follow in the footsteps of Arsenal and get off to a winning start against the newcomers, but they may face a tougher task than the champions.
The Tigers will have the full force of their home crowd behind them, and add in the dreaded early kick-off on top, and Michael Carrick’s side will have their work cut out for them.
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Team news for Hull City
Hull starting XI: Tzolakis, Coyle, Ajayi, Egan, Mendy, Giles, Crooks, Slater, Belloumi, McBurnie, Stroud
Hull substitutes: Phillips, Millar, Hjerto-Dahl, McNair, Drameh, Herrington, Targett, Dowell, Gourna
Team news for Manchester United
Manchester United starting XI: Lammens, Mazraoui, Maguire, Fernandes, Cunha, Dorgu, Santos, Tielemans, Mbeumo, Shaw, Heaven
Manchester United substitutes: Darlow, Dalot, Martinez, Yoro, Mainoo, Lacey, Rashford, Sesko, Zirkzee
Stats for Hull City v Manchester United
- Hull have returned to the Premier League for the first time since 2016-17.
- Hull have won just three of their last 18 meetings with Manchester United.
- The previous Premier League meeting between the sides ended 0-0 in February 2017.
- Hull won two, drew two and lost one of their five pre-season friendlies.
- Manchester United won three of their six pre-season matches. United scored five goals against Rosenborg during pre-season
Where to Watch Hull City v Manchester United: TV and online streams
Hull City v Manchester United will be live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate. Kick-off is at 12:30 BST.
Prediction for Hull City v Manchester United
Hull’s return to the Premier League should provide a difficult opening test for Manchester United, particularly with the Tigers playing in front of their home supporters.
However, United have greater experience at this level and should have enough attacking quality to begin the campaign with three points.
Match Prediction
Hull City
Manchester United
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