Hull beat Boro in world’s most lucrative game to reach Premier League
Hull City has secured promotion to the English Premier League by defeating Middlesbrough 1-0 in the Championship playoff final. The decisive goal was scored by Oli McBurnie in stoppage time, ensuring Hull's victory amid controversy surrounding Middlesbrough's participation. This win marks Hull's return to the top flight for the first time since 2017, bringing significant financial rewards.
- ▪Hull City beat Middlesbrough 1-0 in the Championship playoff final at Wembley Stadium.
- ▪Oli McBurnie's goal in stoppage time secured the victory for Hull.
- ▪Hull will receive 200 million pounds in extra income from joining the Premier League.
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Sport|FootballHull beat Boro in world’s most lucrative game to reach Premier LeagueHull City beat Middlesbrough 1-0 in Championship playoff final at Wembley to seal promotion easing spy-gate scandal.ListenListen (2 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoOliver McBurnie of Hull City celebrates with the EFL Championship playoff final trophy at Wembley Stadium [Alex Pantling/Getty Images]By Kevin HandPublished On 23 May 202623 May 2026Hull City have been promoted to the English Premier League after beating Middlesbrough 1-0 in the Championship playoff final at Wembley Stadium in London.Oli McBurnie’s goal in stoppage time sealed the victory on Saturday, which averted any controversy over Boro’s…
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