Vol. IThe Bluffball AlmanacFRI, AUG 21, 2026

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EPLSat, Aug 22, 7:30 AM22 Aug, 2026

Manchester UnitedvsHull City

USA Net/UniversoThe MKM StadiumSaturday, August 22 at 7:30 AM EDT
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The preview

Manchester United head to the MKM Stadium to face newly-promoted Hull City, both sides still nil-nil on the season in terms of results that matter since it's week one for everyone. United are heavy favorites at minus-270, which tells you Old Trafford expects a routine three points against a side that hasn't played at this level in years.

Don't be shocked if Hull come out shambolic early and United nick one off a scrappy set piece before half. Bold prediction: United win it 2-0, but Hull make them sweat with a sitter squandered in stoppage time that would've made it interesting.