Hull City
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Team Overview
Hull City have opened this Premier League campaign in remarkable defensive fashion, and the numbers so far tell a compelling story. Through three matches under Sergej Jakirovic, the side have recorded two wins and a draw without a single defeat, conceding zero goals across all three fixtures. That defensive record, three clean sheets from three games, is the standout feature of their start, suggesting a well-organized backline and a team that prioritizes solidity as a foundation for results.
Offensively, Hull have been more measured than prolific, scoring three goals in total and failing to find the net in one of their three outings. This points to a team that may be leaning on defensive discipline while still finding its attacking rhythm early in the season. Their form line of WWD reflects consistency rather than dominance, with both home and away performances contributing positively: a win and a draw from two home matches, and a perfect record from their single away fixture so far. The balance between home and away form, though based on a small sample, indicates a team capable of taking points regardless of venue.
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Historically regarded as a club that has experienced spells in and out of the Premier League, Hull City's current unbeaten start represents a promising foundation, particularly given the defensive resilience on display. With a goal difference of plus three and no losses to date, the early signs suggest a side built on structure and organization under Jakirovic. Whether this defensive solidity can be paired with more consistent attacking output as the season progresses will be worth monitoring, but for now, the clean sheet record stands as the clearest marker of their identity this campaign.
Squad (38 players)
Goalkeepers (4)
Defenders (11)
Midfielders (16)
Attackers (7)
Player Statistics
2026/27 Season| # | Player | Pos | Rating | Apps | Goals | Assists | Mins | Tackles | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | |
GK | 3 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 0 | 112 | |
| 6 | |
DF | 3 | 1 | 0 | 244 | 3 | 65 | |
| 27 | |
MF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 270 | 6 | 74 | |
| 3 | |
DF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 265 | 3 | 55 | |
| 15 | |
DF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 5 | 78 | |
| 9 | |
FW | 3 | 0 | 0 | 270 | 2 | 56 | |
| 2 | |
DF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 179 | 1 | 40 | |
| 21 | |
MF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 193 | 3 | 26 | |
| 10 | |
MF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 255 | 9 | 42 | |
| 32 | |
DF | 3 | 1 | 0 | 194 | 5 | 70 | |
| 22 | |
DF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 76 | 1 | 18 | |
| 29 | |
MF | 2 | 0 | 0 | 127 | 4 | 38 | |
| 50 | |
FW | 2 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 4 | |
| 30 | |
FW | 1 | 0 | 0 | 81 | 0 | 11 | |
| 7 | |
FW | 1 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 7 | |
| 23 | |
DF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 5 | |
| 17 | |
DF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 4 | |
| 11 | |
FW | 1 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 4 | |
| 25 | |
MF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 90 | 4 | 21 | |
| 5 | |
MF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 15 | |
| 33 | |
MF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 77 | 2 | 27 | |
| 18 | |
DF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 0 | 3 | |
| 41 | |
FW | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 3 | |
| 14 | |
MF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 2 |
Recent Transfers
2025/26 & 2026/27Arrivals (69)
Departures (60)
Injuries & Availability
Impact Analysis
Hull City face a significant injury crisis with nine players confirmed out, representing a considerable dent in squad depth across multiple areas of the pitch. The goalkeeping position is notably affected with J. Butland sidelined by an arm injury, while the midfield has been hit hardest, with D. Gyabi, C. Hughes, E. Matazo, and H. Morita all unavailable due to groin and calf issues respectively. This cluster of midfield absences is particularly concerning, as it limits tactical flexibility and depth in that unit. Defensively, O. Zambrano's hamstring injury removes an option from the backline, while M. Crooks and I. Ansah's muscle and back injuries further stretch the squad's attacking and physical resources. P. McNair's unspecified injury adds to the uncertainty.
With nine players unavailable and none listed as merely doubtful, this is a settled but severely depleted squad picture. The overlapping absences in midfield suggest the group will need to rely on alternative personnel or squad players to fill multiple roles simultaneously. The scale of unavailability across defense, midfield, and attack points to a genuine test of Hull City's overall squad depth, with limited margin for further setbacks in these areas.
Recent Form
Form Analysis
Hull City's last five matches show a side built on defensive resilience rather than attacking firepower, producing a record of two wins, two draws, and one loss. The Tigers have conceded just once in this span, underlining a well-organized backline that has kept clean sheets in four of the five fixtures, including a 0-0 draw with Aston Villa at home and a goalless stalemate against Nice. Their only defeat came away to Sunderland, edged out 1-0, while their sole loss of goals across the run came in that match.
Going forward, Hull have managed only three goals in five games, a modest return that points to some struggle in front of goal despite the defensive solidity. Their most eye-catching result was a 2-0 home win over Manchester United, showing they can raise their level against stronger opposition, complemented by a 1-0 away victory at Coventry. The pattern suggests a team more comfortable grinding out narrow wins and draws than scoring freely, with home form (two draws and a win from three games) proving steadier than their away results, which have been split between a win and a loss.
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