Manchester United will begin their 2026-27 Premier League campaign with a trip to face newly-promoted Hull City at the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe Red Devils enjoyed a strong finish to last season under Michael Carrick to secure third place, and they will be eager to kick off the new league season on a high note against an opponent they haven't lost to in league action since 1974.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907065##Hull City enter the top flight for the first time since the 2016-17 season following a dramatic Championship playoff final victory. However, manager Sergej Jakirović faces a daunting opening test with a squad severely depleted by pre-season injuries, making their task against a refreshed United side even more challenging.Kick-off: 5:00 PM (Kenyan Time), Saturday 22 AugustVenue: MKM Stadium, HullGroup: Premier League (Matchday 1), Hull City – 0 pts (Season opener), Manchester United – 0 pts (Season opener)BETTING GUIDE: Gor Mahia vs Tusker, match preview, team news and predictionQualification implications: The winner claims three early points to establish momentum at the start of the 2026/27 Premier League season.Form GuideHull➖ Draw 0-0 vs Nice❌ Loss 0-2 vs Eintracht Frankfurt➖ Draw 1-1 vs Kasimpasa✅ Win 2-1 vs Rizespor✅ Win 3-0 vs KonyasporManchester United❌ Loss 2-4 vs AC Milan✅ Win 1-1 vs Leeds (Won on penalties)➖ Draw 1-1 vs PSG✅ Win 2-1 vs Atletico Madrid✅ Win 5-0 vs RosenborgHead-to-Head (Last Five Meetings)Manchester United 0-0 Hull (2017 Premier League)Hull 2-1 Manchester United (2017 EFL Cup)Manchester United 2-0 Hull (2017 EFL Cup)Hull 0-1 Manchester United (2016 Premier League)Hull 0-0 Manchester United (2015 Premier League)##NAJAVA_MECA_9907075##Team NewsHull❌ Jack Butland – Out with injury.❌ Darko Gyabi – Out with injury.❌ Eliot Matazo – Out with injury.❌ Oscar Zambrano – Out with injury.❌ Charlie Hughes – Out with injury.❌ Joe Gelhardt – Out with injury.❌ Hidemasa Morita – Out with injury.🟡 Cody Drameh – Late fitness test.🟡 Matty Jacob – Late fitness test.Manchester United❌ Matthijs de Ligt – Out with injury.❌ Manuel Ugarte – Out with injury.❌ Tom Heaton – Out with injury.🟡 Mason Mount – Late fitness test.🟡 Benjamin Sesko – Shin injury, late fitness test.🟡 Karl Darlow – Fitness concern, subject to assessment.Liverpool make a move for Gambian star, Brighton slam the doorPlayer to Watch: Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes comes into the new campaign after a stellar 2025/26 season, where he was crowned Premier League Player of the Season after setting a new record of 21 assists. The midfielder remains the primary creative hub for Carrick’s side, excelling at finding space between the lines and orchestrating attacks in transition. 🟢 Safe Bet (Low Risk)Manchester United to Win🟡 Smart Bet (Medium Risk)Half-Time/Full-Time – Manchester United/Manchester United🔴 Long Shot (High Risk)Manchester United to Win and Both Teams to Score – NoDisclaimer: Whilst we do our utmost to offer good advice and information, we cannot be held responsible for any loss that may be incurred as a result of gambling.
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