Newcastle United held off a spirited late comeback from Hull to secure a narrow Premier League victory at St James' Park. Early goals from Joe Willock and Lewis Hall provided the perfect response to their heavy defeat against Leeds, as the injury-hit hosts managed to inflict the first top-flight defeat of the season on Sergej Jakirovic's newly promoted side.
Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle is sweating over the fitness of Anthony Elanga as the Magpies prepare for a crucial St James' Park encounter against Hull City. The Swedish international was a notable absentee during the bruising 4-1 defeat at Leeds United, and his absence has triggered a wider selection headache for the German coach.
Hull City head coach Sergej Jakirovic has expressed his pride after his side maintained their unbeaten start to the Premier League season with a resilient display at Stamford Bridge. The Tigers came from behind to lead against the Blues before eventually settling for a hard-fought point in west London.
Chelsea’s defensive struggles reached a historic low on Saturday afternoon as the Blues slumped to a 2-2 draw against Hull City at Stamford Bridge. Despite a bright start in west London, their inability to keep the opposition at bay has now seen the club reach an unwanted statistical landmark they have not touched in over six decades.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has delivered a blunt assessment of his team's performance following a frustrating 2-2 draw against Hull City. Despite taking an early lead, the Blues were forced to settle for a point after a series of defensive lapses allowed the visitors to remain unbeaten.
Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic has hailed his side's resilient performance following an enthralling 2-2 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. The Tigers recovered from an early deficit to lead at the break, eventually securing a point that maintains their impressive unbeaten start to the Premier League season.
Hull City winger Sorba Thomas completed a remarkable turnaround this weekend, appearing in a Premier League fixture just a day after surviving a frightening vehicle accident. The Wales international was involved in a rollover crash on Friday morning but recovered in time to feature as a second-half substitute against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Morgan Rogers has continued his sensational start to life at Stamford Bridge by etching his name alongside some of the greatest players to ever wear the blue shirt. The club-record signing found the net early against Hull City to maintain a remarkable individual run that puts him in the company of true Chelsea royalty.
Hull City have been fined £30,000 and banned three supporters following discriminatory chanting during their FA Cup defeat by Chelsea in February. The club have accepted the Football Association's charge and warned fans about their behaviour ahead of Saturday's upcoming Premier League fixture against the Blues, insisting that homophobic slurs will not be tolerated.
Hull City extended their dream start to the Premier League season after holding Aston Villa to a hard-fought 0-0 draw at home on Saturday. The result keeps Sergej Jakirovic's newly promoted side unbeaten without conceding a single goal across their opening three top-flight fixtures, sitting second in the early table with an impressive seven points.
Hull City have issued an official response after new signing Robinio Vaz was targeted with 'abhorrent' racist abuse on social media immediately after his arrival. The French forward, who joined the Tigers on a season-long loan from Roma, was greeted by a wave of discriminatory comments on the club's official announcement posts.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has strongly defended his squad after they were accused of lacking passion during their opening weekend loss to Hull City. The Red Devils suffered a 2-0 defeat against the newly promoted side, prompting fierce public criticism. However, the manager has quickly dismissed those claims as he prepares his team for a crucial clash with Ipswich Town.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has delivered a scathing assessment of the club's leadership following their embarrassing 2-0 defeat to newly-promoted Hull City. The former midfielder took particular aim at captain Bruno Fernandes, suggesting the Portuguese international should refrain from public complaining after his own underwhelming performance.
Former Manchester United defender Paul Parker has identified West Ham United star El Hadji Malick Diouf as the ideal solution to the ongoing left-back crisis at Old Trafford. Following a disappointing start to the new Premier League season, the Red Devils are under pressure to bolster their defensive options before the summer transfer window slams shut.
Hull City executed a flawless tactical game plan to shock Manchester United with a 2-0 victory on the opening weekend of the Premier League season. Manager Sergej Jakirovic kept his five-man defence plan a closely guarded secret, ultimately overwhelming Michael Carrick's side on their long-awaited top-flight return.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has furiously rejected claims that his players lacked passion during their shock 2-0 defeat against Hull City on Saturday. The English coach clashed with a reporter during his post-match interview, describing the accusations as "ridiculous" and insisting that conceding from two set-pieces was the only difference between the teams.
Manchester United's Premier League campaign got off to a disastrous start as Michael Carrick's side slumped to a 2-0 defeat against newly-promoted Hull City. The result has left club legends fuming, with Peter Schmeichel singling out three specific stars for their roles in a defensive horror show at the MKM Stadium.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has launched a scathing attack on the club's defensive standards following their dismal 2-0 defeat to Hull City. The former captain singled out one senior star for a specific tactical error while questioning the post-match comments made by current skipper Bruno Fernandes.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has hit out at his side's lack of progression after a demoralising 2-0 defeat to newly-promoted Hull City. The Portuguese midfielder claimed the Red Devils are repeating the same errors that plagued their previous campaign as Michael Carrick’s permanent tenure began in nightmare fashion.