A round-up of the latest Hull City stories on Monday, December 1
Hull City secured a crucial late victory in their last outing, fighting back to defeat Stoke City 2-1 away from home on Saturday. The win demonstrated strong resilience from Sergej Jakirovic’s side, with substitute Joe Gelhardt netting a dramatic 90th-minute winner to seal all three points. This hard-fought result was vital in keeping the momentum high heading into the competitive fesrtive period.
The crucial victory against Stoke saw the Tigers climb to seventh place in the Championship standings, putting them in an excellent position as they push for a coveted play-off spot. The manager praised his team’s second-half performance after trailing at the break, noting the difficulty of earning points in such a demanding league.
Attention now immediately shifts to their next challenge, a Friday night fixture at the MKM Stadium against fellow promotion hopefuls Middlesbrough. This home match kicks off a packed December schedule that includes several other crucial encounters before the new year.
Hull City Set for Bumper Festive Backing:
- Hull City is set to be supported by its largest away contingent of the season for the Boxing Day clash against rivals Sheffield Wednesday. The team is looking to use the atmosphere to help them solidify their grip on a Championship play-off place with a victory at Hillsborough.
- The club has received an initial allocation of 2,400 tickets in the Leppings Lane End for the match, with adult tickets costing £30. There is a strong expectation that these will sell out quickly, which could lead to the release of a lower tier of seats, potentially increasing the visiting support to over 3,000 fans.
- The contest serves as a stark contrast to previous meetings, as Hull City is currently pushing for promotion while Sheffield Wednesday sit firmly bottom of the league. The Owls are 21 points away from safety and have recently gone into administration, highlighting the difference in fortunes between the two clubs.
- The fixture has been confirmed as an all-ticket match, meaning supporters must purchase their passes in advance as no tickets will be available for sale at Hillsborough on the day. Sales are set to begin on Tuesday morning, prioritizing members with 400 or more loyalty points.
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Hull City Eyeing Major Oli McBurnie Boost:
- Hull City anticipates a significant boost to their squad depth with the possible return of two key players to training early this week, Oli McBurnie and Liam Millar. Both players have been absent from the lineup, missing the recent crucial 2-1 away victory against Stoke City.
- McBurnie has been sidelined since October 18 due to a persistent calf problem, while Millar suffered a hamstring injury shortly after making his comeback from ACL surgery. The pair are among several players the Tigers hope to welcome back, including Charlie Hughes, Cody Drameh, Kasey Palmer, and Eliot Matazo.
- Manager Sergej Jakirovic is aiming for the duo to be fit enough for the upcoming home fixture against Middlesbrough on Friday night, but he is treating their returns cautiously. If they are not fully ready for the Middlesbrough clash, the manager expects them to be “one hundred per cent” available for the following match against Wrexham.
- Jakirovic praised McBurnie’s commitment, noting that the striker has a strong desire to return and help his teammates on the field. The coach, however, stressed the importance of taking their time with his reintegration, as six to eight weeks without full training means he requires careful management to ensure proper fitness.
FULL STORY HERE.