Key Highlights
- Hull City vs Watford LIVE match updates and reaction from the MKM Stadium.
- Watford are unbeaten in each of their last four Championship away matches.
- Hull City have won all four league games since the original postponed game.
- Javi Gracia has left Watford, with Sergej Jakirovic leading Hull City.
The Return of the Hornets: A Battle for Play-Off Places
It’s been a month since Hull City and Watford were meant to face off. Now, under the cold night sky at MKM Stadium, both teams are eager to make up for lost time.
Tactical Adjustments
Watford, led by Charlie Daniels in place of Javi Gracia, have made three changes for this encounter. The Hornets need a win to continue their unbeaten run away from home and move closer to the play-offs. Meanwhile, Hull City, under Sergej Jakirovic, are looking to take full advantage of their recent winning streak.
Team News and Starting XI
Hull City’s starting lineup features familiar faces like Ryan Giles returning after a month away. Matty Jacob makes his first start in 12 months, while Yu Hirakawa and Kieran Dowell earn their debuts from the bench. Watford’s starting eleven sees Selvik, Ngakia, Abankwah, Mfuni, Bola, N. Mendy, Louza (captain), Kayembe, Chakvetadze, Maamma, and Doumbia on the pitch.
Historical Context
Theirs is not a new rivalry. Between 1960 and 2025, these teams have crossed paths multiple times in various leagues. Notably, Watford has managed to complete the league double over Hull City for the first time since 1988/89.
Key Match Stats
Their recent encounters paint a picture of competitive matches. In September 2025, Watford won 2-1 at Vicarage Road. Their goal is to secure that result in reverse this evening.
The odds favor Hull City (11/10), with a draw priced at 2/1 and Watford at 15/8.
So, as the first whistle blows, who will take the lead? Will it be the Tigers or the Hornets? Stay tuned for all the action from MKM Stadium.
