Hull City vs Manchester United: TV coverage, live stream, and kick-off details

Hull City welcome Manchester United to the MKM Stadium for a Premier League encounter. The match is scheduled for a 15:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday, 21st February 2026. UK viewers can watch the game live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with coverage starting at 14:00 GMT. Alternatively, you can stream the action via the Sky Go app or NOW TV.

How to watch in the UK

For fans in the United Kingdom, the match will be broadcast exclusively on Sky Sports. Subscribers can tune in via Sky Sports Main Event (channel 401) or Sky Sports Premier League (channel 402). Live streaming is available on Sky Go for existing subscribers, and NOW TV offers a day pass for non-subscribers. International viewers should check local listings.

Team news and predicted line-ups

Manchester United will be without several key players due to injury and suspension. Luke Shaw continues his recovery from a calf problem, while Casemiro is suspended after accumulating five yellow cards. Aaron Wan-Bissaka is doubtful with a hamstring strain. Hull City have a fully fit squad apart from long-term absentee Ryan Longman (knee).

Predicted Manchester United XI (4-2-3-1): De Gea; Dalot, Varane, Lindelof, Malacia; McTominay, Eriksen; Antony, Fernandes, Rashford; Højlund. Hull City predicted XI (4-3-3): Allsop; Coyle, Jones, Greaves, Vinagre; Seri, Morton, Tufan; Philogene, Delap, Traoré.

Referee and officials

Anthony Taylor has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. He will be assisted by Gary Beswick and Adam Nunn, with Michael Salisbury on VAR duties. Taylor has taken charge of 18 Premier League matches this season, issuing 64 yellow cards and 2 reds.

Form guide and tactical outlook

Hull City sit 14th in the Premier League, having won two of their last five matches. Their recent 2-1 victory over Bournemouth demonstrated their counter-attacking threat, with Philogene causing problems on the left wing. Manchester United, currently third, are unbeaten in four league games, keeping two clean sheets. Erik ten Hag’s side have dominated possession in most matches, but have struggled to break down deep-lying defences, a challenge they will face against Hull’s organised back line.

Historical context

The two sides have met 24 times in league competition, with Manchester United winning 17. Hull City’s last victory over United came in 2014, a 3-2 win at the KC Stadium. In recent seasons, United have won both meetings, including a 2-0 victory at Old Trafford last season.

Fantasy Premier League implications

For FPL managers, Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford (owned by 25.4%) is a differential pick, having scored in three of his last four outings. Hull midfielder Jaden Philogene (5.2% ownership) offers value at £5.1m, with attacking returns in his last three home games. Defender Diogo Dalot has been consistent, earning bonus points in five consecutive matches.

What’s at stake

Manchester United need three points to maintain pressure on league leaders Arsenal and Liverpool, while Hull City are looking to extend their cushion from the relegation zone to eight points. A victory for United could see them close the gap to two points, while a win for Hull would be a significant boost to their survival hopes.

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