Manager Sergej Jakirovic led Hull City to a memorable 2-0 victory against Manchester United in their first Premier League game in nine years. First-half goals from defenders Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy sealed the historic win, which is Hull's first league success over United since 1974.
The Tigers had been heavily tipped by many pundits to finish bottom of the table after scraping into the top flight via the Championship play-offs last season. However, Jakirovic's side defied expectations right from the start of the new campaign.
Speaking after the match, boss Jakirovic acknowledged that there are still 37 games remaining but emphasized that the win provides a strong base for the future. Defender Ajayi added that the team is not worried about external pressure and aims to keep delivering strong performances.
Podcast remarks from former players mocking Hull's survival chances served as extra motivation for the squad. With this opening statement, the club hopes people will finally stop sleeping on them.
