Sports · 24 May 2026

Hull City wins Wembley final, joins Premier League

Hull City fans can now look forward to watching their team compete in the Premier League next season. The Tigers secured promotion by defeating Middlesbrough in the Championship playoff final, which took place at Wembley Stadium. Oli McBurnie scored the late winning goal, a moment Hull owner Acun Ilicali described as his "best day".

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 May 2026 at 0:06

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