Newcastle United 2-1 Hull City: Five key takeaways from Premier League 2026-27 match
Hull City pick up their first defeat of the season.
Newcastle United F.C. defeated Hull City A.F.C. 2-1 at St. James’ Park in the Premier League’s Matchweek 5 game. Newcastle took an early lead with a third-minute strike from Joe Willock, which was quickly followed by a seventh-minute goal from Lewis Hall. Harvey Barnes assisted both of the first goals.
With this victory, Matthias Jaissle’s Newcastle rebounded well from their previous setback, ending Hull City’s unblemished start to the season.
5 key takeaways from Premier League 2026/07 match
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5. Magpies recover from their previous defeat
Newcastle United bounced back from their previous setback and picked up a significant win against a side who were unbeaten in the league this season. Despite having a mixed run in the league, the home side began the game with two goals to keep them in the driving seat and managed to safeguard their advantage despite Hull hoping to mount a comeback.
4. Hull City defence exposed badly
Hull City’s defence was absolutely startled at St. James’ Park, allowing two goals in the first seven minutes of their encounter against Newcastle United. Hull started Matchweek 5 of the Premier League season with an amazing undefeated record. However, their defensive flaws were mercilessly exploited from the start.
The Tigers’ defensive coherence was obviously hampered by the absence of centre-back Nobel Mendy, who sat out because of a concussion suffered against Chelsea.
3. Magpies score two quick goals vs Hull
Newcastle United stunned Hull City utterly by surprise with two goals in the first seven minutes of their Premier League Matchweek 5 match at St. James’ Park. Joe Willock opened the scoring with a left-footed shot from the middle of the box after a blocked first attempt.
Just four minutes later, Lewis Hall extended the advantage with a brilliant low shot into the bottom right corner on a rapid break, making it 2-0.
2. Harvey Barnes sets new record for Newcastle
Harvey Barnes recorded two assists in the first seven minutes against Hull. By doing this, he set a new record as a Newcastle player and he became the the first time in a Premier League game that a Newcastle player has accumulated two assists.
1. Hull City’s undefeated run comes to an end
Hull City tasted their first defeat of the season, and their unbeaten run of four games came to an end following a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle. Hull were riding high on an impressive run following their promotion to the Premier League, winning and drawing twice in four games. However, in their fifth encounter, they suffered an unfortunate setback which resulted in an end to their unbeaten run.
Who won the game?
Newcastle United won the game.
Where do Hull City stand in the table?
They are seventh in the table.
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