Jakirovic praises 'huge' victory at Carrow Road

Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic described his side's win over Norwich City as 'huge' for their season, and has explained the key change that turned the match in their favour at Carrow Road.

The Tigers secured a vital three points, moving them further from the relegation zone and building momentum for the run-in.

What changed at Norwich — tactical shift revealed

Jakirovic stated that a tactical adjustment after the first half was decisive. Hull shifted to a more compact defensive shape, pressing Norwich higher up the pitch, which disrupted the hosts' rhythm.

The change limited Norwich's time on the ball and forced mistakes, leading to Hull's breakthrough.

Statistics from the match show Hull improved their pass completion rate from 72% in the first half to 84% after the break, while also doubling their tackles in the final third.

Impact on Hull's season

This victory lifts Hull to 12th in the Championship table, now eight points clear of the bottom three with ten matches remaining. Jakirovic's side have won four of their last six away games, showcasing resilience on the road.

The manager emphasised the importance of maintaining this form, particularly with tough fixtures ahead against promotion-chasing sides.

For Hull, the win also ended a three-match winless streak at Carrow Road, a ground where they had struggled historically.

Key aspects of the performance

  • Hull conceded only one shot on target in the second half, compared to four in the first.
  • They won 58% of aerial duels, a significant improvement on their season average of 46%.
  • Jakirovic's substitution in the 60th minute injected fresh energy, leading to the decisive goal.

The tactical shift also allowed Hull to transition quickly, creating three clear-cut chances after the interval.

What's next for Hull City

Hull face a critical run of matches against mid-table opponents where points are essential to secure safety. Jakirovic expects his team to build on this performance and replicate the second-half intensity from the start.

Norwich, meanwhile, remain in 8th place and will look to bounce back in their next fixture away to Bristol City.

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