Man Utd humiliated at Hull to open Premier League account

What the report says

Manchester United opened their Premier League season with a 2-0 loss away to newly promoted Hull City at the MKM Stadium on Saturday, in a result reported by Al Jazeera as a major early setback for the visitors. Hull, back in the top flight for the first time since 2017, took control with two first-half goals and held on comfortably against a United side expected to challenge near the top of the table.

According to Al Jazeera’s report, Semi Ajayi put Hull ahead after 17 minutes by turning in a rebound from a corner, and Nobel Mendy doubled the lead before halftime with a header from a free kick. United created a few early chances, but their attack faded and their defending, especially at set pieces, was described as weak. The article also noted that new midfielders Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos struggled on their debuts, while manager Michael Carrick’s team offered little response after the break, even after Marcus Rashford was introduced.

The defeat was Hull’s first win over United since 2017 and came despite the hosts missing several injured players. The result matters because it raises questions about United’s readiness for the season and adds pressure on Carrick, who is being expected to deliver a title challenge after last season’s revival. The piece also mentioned United have already agreed a move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba, suggesting further squad changes may follow.