Hull's secret plan stuns Man Utd on Premier League return

Hull City kept their tactical switch under wraps for weeks before a stunning 2-0 win over Manchester United.

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What happened. Hull City beat Manchester United 2-0 in their first Premier League game in nine years, using a back five that was kept secret during pre-season.

• Hull had only 28% possession but won comfortably.
• Jakirovic studied United's pre-season losses to Milan and Leeds.
• First league win over United since 1974.

“We certainly didn't copy Ruben Amorim. Serg had it in the back of his mind for three or four weeks.”

— Dean Holden

Hull's win over a top-three finisher shows their tactical flexibility, but they must prove consistency in the league.

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