{
  "id": 6597926,
  "title": "Jakirovic on Morita, positive start and 'sharp' Thomas",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/jakirovic-on-morita-positive-start-and-sharp-thomas",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-10T14:31:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jakirovic-morita-positive-start-sharp-143141171.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Hull City's manager Sergej Jakirovic discussed his team's upcoming match against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Japanese midfielder Hidemasa Morita and defender Charlie Hughes will be absent for the game, while right-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy and defender Paddy McNair will be available. Jakirovic mentioned the team's focus on bouncing back from their recent League Cup loss to Sunderland, emphasizing that they will strive to perform well in the next two games despite the inevitability of defeats. He expressed confidence in new signing Sorba Thomas, praising his speed, sharpness, and effectiveness in set pieces. Jakirovic also noted that every game presents a new challenge, and the team aims to improve further, free from the pressure of having seven points and not conceding any goals. The manager hinted at adapting their system depending on available players, predicting an intriguing clash with Chelsea, who are known for their strong offensive play and counter-attacks. Jakirovic highlighted Chelsea's aggressiveness and compactness as a significant challenge, but firmly believes his team can compete and secure a spot in the top four.",
  "summary": "Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovic has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge (kick-off 15:00 BST). Japanese midfielder Hidemasa Morita and defender Charlie Hughes will be out for the match on Saturday. Jakirovic said he does not have \"any doubt\" about new signing Sorba Thomas, who is \"sharp and has speed\".",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}