Hull City vs Brentford 25 October 2026 Prediction

Hull City and Brentford enter their Matchweek 8 Premier League meeting with different concerns. Hull have gone five games without a win, while Brentford are dealing with midfield suspensions and are still seeking their first away victory. Can Hull’s home form make the difference?

Hull City: Winless Since a Strong Start

After winning their first two Premier League games, Hull City have gone five matches without a victory. They have drawn three and lost two in that stretch, most recently falling 1-0 to Fulham. Hull managed just five shots to Fulham’s 18 and generated only 0.16 xG. Following that performance, manager Sergej Jakirović suggested he could change the starting lineup.

Hull’s home results have been better: they beat Manchester United 2-0 and drew with Aston Villa 0-0 and Everton 2-2. They kept clean sheets in two of those three games at the MKM Stadium. Hull generally concede possession, defend compactly and look to attack quickly. Belloumi, with three league goals and two assists, has been their main attacking threat, though the performance against Fulham raised questions about their ability to create chances.

Brentford: Changes Needed in Midfield

Brentford suffered their first league defeat of the season, losing 2-1 to Liverpool. The dismissals matter when assessing that result: Yarmoliuk received a red card before halftime, and Janelt was sent off after a second yellow late in the game. Both midfielders are suspended for the trip to Hull. Manager Keith Andrews will have to adjust his midfield. Sangare is likely to return to the starting lineup, while Jensen could play deeper, allowing Damsgaard to take the No. 10 role.

Despite those absences, Brentford have scored in all seven of their Premier League games. They have yet to win away, drawing with Leeds 1-1, Bournemouth 2-2 and Aston Villa 2-2. They have also dropped 11 points in games where they scored first. Schuster has returned to training after an injury and illness and could be available.

Hull City vs Brentford Predicted Lineup

Hull City (3-4-3): Tzolakis; Ajayi, Egan, Herrington; Coyle, Iroegbunam, Slater, Giles; Belloumi, McBurnie, Gelhardt

Unavailable: Ansa, Butland, Gyabi, Hughes, Matazo, Mendy, Targett (injured); Gourna-Douath, Shaw, Vaz (doubtful)

Manager: Sergej Jakirović

Brentford (4-2-3-1): Kelleher; Kayode, Ajer, van den Berg, Lewis-Potter; Jensen, Sangare; Antony, Damsgaard, Schade; Thiago

Unavailable: Milambo, Furo, Dasilva (injured); Janelt, Yarmoliuk (suspended)

Manager: Keith Andrews

Referee: Robert Jones

Jones averaged 4.11 yellow cards per game in the Premier League last season. He did not send anyone off and awarded five penalties in 18 matches. Through four Premier League games this season, he has shown 12 yellow cards, with no red cards or penalties.

Hull City vs Brentford Prediction: Hull City or Draw at 2.24

Main prediction: Hull’s recent results have been poor, but they have beaten Manchester United and held Aston Villa and Everton to draws at home. Brentford, meanwhile, must replace two suspended midfielders and have drawn all three of their away league games. Our pick: Hull City or Draw at 2.24.

Goals prediction: Hull have scored twice at home against both Manchester United and Everton, while Brentford have conceded two goals in each of their last two away league games. Hull have also scored a league-high three goals after winning possession high up the field. Without Yarmoliuk and Janelt, Brentford could have more trouble playing through Hull’s press. Our pick: Hull City team total over 1.5 goals at 3.00.