After a decade away, Hull City has secured its return to the Premier League and will kick off the highly anticipated 2026/27 season with a blockbuster home clash against Manchester United, the 20-time English champions, on Saturday, August 22.
The Tigers’ supporters are still riding high after their team’s dramatic playoff final victory over Middlesbrough at Wembley Stadium in May, sealed by a stoppage-time goal from Oli McBurnie.
Manchester United also closed the 2025/26 campaign on a high note, securing Champions League qualification with a third-place finish. Now firmly entrenched in his role, manager Michael Carrick aims to build on the strong foundations laid last season.
Here’s everything you need to know about securing tickets for the Hull City vs Manchester United Premier League clash, including where to buy them and their pricing.
When is the Hull City vs Manchester United Premier League match?
The Hull City vs Manchester United match kicks off at 12:30 BST on Saturday, August 22, at Hull’s MKM Stadium.
How to purchase Premier League tickets for Hull City vs Manchester United
Several ticketing options are available for Premier League fixtures, ranging from single-match tickets to season passes and hospitality packages. All purchases are managed through each club’s official ticketing portal or authorized travel partners.
Given the overwhelming global demand, strict anti-touting laws, and fully digital turnstiles, Premier League clubs allocate tickets through the following process:
- Season ticket holders and debenture owners: Existing season ticket holders retain their seats or return unused match tickets to the club.
- Official paid club members (lottery system): Traditional first-come, first-served online queues have been replaced by random draws for paying club members (e.g., Red Membership, One Hotspur, Official Membership). Members register during a defined window weeks before the match to enter the draw.
- Official ticket exchange platforms (resale): If a match sells out, members who missed the draw can purchase returned tickets at face value via the club’s official Ticket Exchange platform.
- General sale: Open public sales for non-members are nearly nonexistent for Premier League matches.
For last-minute ticket seekers, supporters may explore secondary marketplaces like StubHub.
Premier League ticket prices for Hull City vs Manchester United
Premier League ticket prices for the 2026/27 season vary widely based on the host club, seat location, and match category:
- Age-based pricing and discounts: Most clubs offer tiered pricing for adults, juniors (typically under 18 or 21), students, and seniors, though age thresholds and discount percentages differ by team.
- Match category classification: Clubs categorize fixtures into tiers (e.g., Category A, B, or C). High-profile matches against top-six rivals or derbies fall under Category A, commanding the highest face-value prices.
- Seat location: Central seats along the touchline and lower-tier sections carry premium pricing, while upper-tier seats behind the goals offer more affordable options.
- Official membership requirement: To purchase home tickets at face value, nearly all Premier League clubs require each attendee to hold an active paid official membership to enter draws or resale exchanges.
Pricing and availability for away tickets
The Premier League has extended the mandatory £30 cap on away tickets through the 2026/27 season and confirmed its continuation at least into 2027/28.
Away tickets, capped at £30, remain among the most difficult to secure in global sports. Supply is severely limited and typically reserved for top-tier season ticket holders with maximum loyalty points. These tickets rarely appear in general sales or basic membership draws.
Team form heading into the match
Hull City – Form
- Goals scored (conceded)
- 8/1
- Matches with over 2.5 goals
- 2/5
- Both teams scored
- 1/5
Manchester United – Form
- Goals scored (conceded)
- 11/3
- Matches with over 2.5 goals
- 3/5
- Both teams scored
- 1/5
Recent head-to-head history between Hull City and Manchester United
Team news and probable lineups
Hull City vs Manchester United probable lineups
Manager
- S. Jakirovic