McBurnie’s late winner sinks Middlesbrough and puts Hull in Premier League
Hull City secured their return to the Premier League with a late goal from Oli McBurnie in the Championship playoff final against Middlesbrough. Despite a lackluster match, Hull's tactical approach paid off, allowing them to capitalize on a rebound for the win. This victory marks a significant turnaround for Hull, who were facing relegation concerns just a year prior.
- ▪Hull City won the Championship playoff final 1-0 against Middlesbrough.
- ▪Oli McBurnie scored the decisive goal in stoppage time.
- ▪Hull City had been relegated to the Championship just a year ago before this victory.
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Hull lift the trophy after winning the Championship playoff final at Wembley. Photograph: David Klein/ReutersView image in fullscreenHull lift the trophy after winning the Championship playoff final at Wembley. Photograph: David Klein/ReutersChampionshipMcBurnie’s late winner sinks Middlesbrough and takes Hull into Premier LeagueBen Bloom at WembleySat 23 May 2026 12.50 EDTLast modified on Sat 23 May 2026 12.59 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleWhat a lot of unnecessary fuss that all was.
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