Hull City's Premier League return: 11 points, a win over Manchester United and a warning over what comes next

Hull City have taken 11 points from their first nine Premier League games on their return to the top flight, including a 2-0 opening-weekend win over Manchester United. Sergej Jakirovic's side sit level with Ipswich Town and are part of a promoted trio that has collected 31 points combined, according to sports.yahoo.com.

  • Hull City's record: 11 points from nine Premier League games under Sergej Jakirovic.
  • Opening day: A 2-0 win over Manchester United in their first top-flight match since relegation in 2017.
  • Follow-up: A 1-0 win at Coventry City, then draws with Aston Villa and Chelsea.
  • Recent form: Three points from their four matches since their first defeat of the season.
  • Next up: Arsenal and Brighton, according to the source.
  • Promoted trio: Hull, Ipswich and Coventry have 31 points combined after nine games — the 13th-highest tally by promoted sides at this stage in Premier League history.

Team news

The source article does not contain specific line-up, injury or suspension details for Hull City. It names Sergej Jakirovic as head coach and refers to the squad collectively. No starting XI is given.

What was said

"It's tough to be in control and find yourselves 2-1 down with the place bouncing. Our lads have some character and we just need to keep it up. Hull are a very good side and I'm really pleased with how we did against them."

— Gary O'Neil, Ipswich Town manager, after the 2-2 draw with Hull City

"We always had that belief. We have a really good squad here, where the morale is good and we get behind each other, which is what we will continue to do all season. We know it's not going to be an easy ride, there's going to be ups and downs - but hopefully more ups than downs. Starting today with another three points, so we can build on that now."

— Jack Rudoni, Coventry City midfielder, after their 3-1 win over Sunderland

The numbers

Hull City have 11 points from nine games, the same as Ipswich Town. Coventry City have nine points from three wins. The three promoted clubs have 31 points combined, the 13th-highest tally by promoted sides after nine games in Premier League history.

Since the 2010-11 season, all 18 promoted teams who have collected at least 11 points from their opening nine games have avoided relegation. Hull and Ipswich both reach that threshold; Coventry, on nine, do not.

Hull's season began with a 2-0 win over Manchester United, followed by a 1-0 win at Coventry, then draws with Aston Villa and Chelsea. Since their first defeat of the season, they have collected three points from four matches.

Hull City's start in context: the warning that follows a fast beginning

Hull City's opening weeks were the story of the promoted clubs. A 2-0 win over Manchester United on the first weekend — their first top-flight match since relegation in 2017 — was followed by a 1-0 win at Coventry City and draws with Aston Villa and Chelsea. Under Sergej Jakirovic, the play-off winners were flying the flag for the newcomers.

But the source is clear that the picture has shifted. Since suffering their first defeat of the season, the Tigers have collected just three points from their four matches. With Arsenal and Brighton up next, the article warns that their impressive start could count for little if they fail to add to their points tally soon.

The wider statistics offer both encouragement and a caution. The 11-point mark has historically been enough to suggest survival: since 2010-11, all 18 promoted teams with at least 11 points from nine games have avoided relegation. Hull have reached that mark. But the schedule ahead is demanding, and the source notes that the Premier League is a marathon, not a sprint.

Talking points

  • The 11-point threshold: Hull City have matched the tally that has kept every promoted side with 11 points or more after nine games safe since 2010-11. It is a useful marker, but not a guarantee.
  • The Manchester United win: The 2-0 victory on the opening weekend drew attention largely because of what it meant for United manager Michael Carrick, but it also announced Hull as one of the season's feel-good stories.
  • The Ipswich draw: Hull's 2-2 draw with Ipswich Town saw Julio Enciso score for the second consecutive match, after also scoring against Nottingham Forest. Gary O'Neil praised Hull as "a very good side" afterwards.

What happens next

Hull City face Arsenal and Brighton in their next two Premier League matches, according to the source. Those fixtures will test whether their early-season form can be sustained. The source notes that the Tigers will know their impressive start could count for little if they fail to add to their points tally soon.

Frequently asked questions

How many points do Hull City have in the Premier League this season?

Hull City have 11 points from their first nine Premier League games, according to sports.yahoo.com. That is the same total as Ipswich Town.

Who did Hull City beat on the opening weekend?

Hull City beat Manchester United 2-0 in their first Premier League match since being relegated in 2017. The result was their first top-flight game of the season.

What is Hull City's recent form?

Since suffering their first defeat of the season, Hull City have collected three points from four matches. They drew 2-2 with Ipswich Town in their most recent match described in the source.

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