Hull City fought back to secure a crucial 2-1 victory against Norwich City at the MKM Stadium on May 2, 2026. This win keeps Hull’s play-off hopes alive in the Championship.
Norwich City opened the scoring with a goal from Mohamed Toure. Hull City responded with a penalty scored by Oli McBurnie in the 28th minute. The match was tightly contested, with Hull ultimately clinching the win.
Key match statistics:
- Hull City had 61% possession in their last match against Charlton Athletic.
- Norwich City recorded 50% possession against Swansea City.
- In their last ten league games, Hull City has achieved 2 wins, 4 losses, and 4 draws.
- Norwich City’s record shows 6 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws in their last ten league matches.
Hull City’s performance positions them well as they aim for a spot in the play-offs. They currently sit on equal points with Wrexham, both teams having accumulated 70 points before the final game of the season. Hull has previously won promotion through the play-offs twice.
The team’s top goalscorer is Joe Gelhardt, who has netted 3 goals this season. Coach Philippe Clement praised his players, stating, “The players did amazing stuff in the last couple of months. They showed they were playing for this badge.”
As the season draws to a close, observers note that Hull City’s chances remain strong for securing a play-off position. The final game will be pivotal for both Hull and Wrexham as they vie for promotion opportunities.
