Semi Ajayi scored Hull City’s first goal in their 2–0 win over Manchester United.
Ajayi put Hull ahead in the 17th minute at the MKM Stadium on 22 August 2026. The goal followed a shot from Oli McBurnie that Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens tipped onto the post. Ajayi reacted quickest and finished the move.
Nobel Mendy scored Hull’s second goal seven minutes before half-time, heading in from Regan Slater’s free-kick. Mendy was making his Premier League debut, while Hull were playing their first top-flight match after a nine-year absence.
The victory was Hull’s first in the top flight against Manchester United. It also continued a strong opening-round pattern for promoted teams, with Hull and Ipswich both winning their first fixtures of the season.