Brentford thrash Tottenham 3-0 in Premier League opener
Brentford defeated Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 at home on Sunday in the opening round of the English Premier League season.
Hull City manager Sergej Jakirović sees his team's victory over Manchester United as proof the club belongs in the Premier League. The Tigers, who last played in the top flight in 2017, defeated their Premier League opponents 2-0 at the MKM Stadium on Saturday. Semi Ajayi scored the opening goal in the 17th minute, while Nobel Mendy added a second in the 38th minute.
Jakirović believes the result will boost the squad's confidence as they aim to defy the doubters who wrote them off this season. He stated, "It's a big boost for us for the future... This victory is amazing because now they are convinced they can compete at this level." Jakirović also expects the win to aid Hull's transfer negotiations, expressing confidence that clubs will approach them now.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick acknowledged the disappointment of the loss but emphasized the need to move forward and improve, stating, "It's hugely disappointing... We accept it, it is not going to change our direction as a team or a club."
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