'Hull City will survive' - fan views on ex-players comments
Last season came to a remarkable conclusion with that win at Wembley, but now Hull City are approaching a Premier League season with several quality signings and more to come. To be so instantly (and disrespectfully) written off boils down to very lazy punditry.
We sought your opinions on former Premier League stars Joe Cole, Carlton Cole, and Wayne Bridge expressing doubt about Hull City's chances of staying in the top flight on a recent podcast. The responses were overwhelmingly supportive of the club.
Andy emphasized that the former Players seem oblivious to the efforts Hull City is putting into building a competitive squad. He highlighted the club's remarkable season last year, including their memorable win at Wembley, and stressed that dismissing them so hastily reflects poorly on the pundits for being too lazy to appreciate their hard work.
Mark criticized the ex-players for attempting to take the focus off Hull City's progress. He pointed out that any promoted club should not be expected to immediately fall back into the lower divisions, pointing out the uneven playing field in the Premier League. He advocated for leveling the field more to make the competition fairer.
Matt defended Hull City's right to be in the Premier League, stating that they earned their place through merit by winning the play-offs fairly. He acknowledged that while they are favorites to be relegated, they will support the team regardless of the outcome. He expressed excitement for the season ahead, hoping for an entertaining ride for both the club and its supporters.
Chris praised the club's team spirit and determination, noting that these qualities were evident throughout the 2025-26 season. He emphasized that maintaining this camaraderie is crucial for Hull City's survival. He also called out the disrespectful comments made by the ex-players, calling for full respect for the club's owner, manager, and loyal supporters for their passionate backing of the team.
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