Match Overview
On March 29, 2024, Hull City will face off against Stoke City at The MKM Stadium in a Championship match. The odds for this game are as follows: Local Team – 1.94, Draw – 3.62, Away Team – 3.84.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have faced each other several times in the past, with Stoke City holding the upper hand in recent encounters. In their last five meetings, Stoke City has won three matches and drawn one, while Hull City has only managed to win one game.
In terms of goals scored, there has been a consistent trend of low-scoring matches between these two sides. Only once in their last five encounters did both teams score more than two goals combined.
However, it’s worth noting that their most recent clash resulted in a high-scoring affair with four goals being scored in total. This suggests that there is potential for an exciting match with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Hull City has had mixed results in their recent matches across all competitions. They have won one game, lost one game, and drawn four games out of their last six fixtures.
In terms of league performance, Hull City currently sits at seventh place in the Championship standings with 58 points and a goal difference of +7. Their home record has been relatively solid this season with seven wins, seven draws, and five losses from their 19 matches played at The MKM Stadium.
In their most recent match against Curaçao in a friendly fixture on March 21st, Hull City suffered a narrow defeat with the final scoreline being 0-1.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Stoke City has struggled in away games recently, winning only two out of their last six matches on the road. They have conceded eight goals and scored just five in those fixtures.
In the Championship, Stoke City currently finds themselves in 19th place with 41 points and a goal difference of -18. Their away record has been disappointing, with only five wins, four draws, and ten losses from their 19 away matches this season.
In their most recent league match against Norwich, Stoke City suffered a heavy defeat with a final scoreline of 0-3.
Key Players Spotlight
For Hull City, midfielder Ozan Tufan has been a standout player this season. He has contributed eight goals to the team’s cause and will be crucial in creating scoring opportunities against Stoke City. Another player to watch is Liam Rory Delap, who has netted seven goals so far this campaign.
On the other side, midfielder Benjamin David Pearson has been influential for Stoke City. Although he hasn’t found the back of the net himself, his presence in midfield provides stability and creativity for his teammates. Striker Ryan Mmaee A’Nwambeben Kabir has also made an impact with four goals and three assists this season.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent results and performances, it’s clear that both teams have struggled defensively. Hull City has conceded six goals in their last six matches across all competitions while Stoke City has allowed eight goals during the same period.
However, Hull City holds an advantage when it comes to goal-scoring ability as they have managed to find the back of the net six times compared to Stoke City’s five goals in their respective recent fixtures.
Match Prediction: Local Team vs. Away Team
Based on current form and statistical analysis, it is predicted that Stoke City will come out on top in this matchup against Hull City. The final scoreline is expected to be Hull City 1 – 2 Stoke City.
Stoke City’s recent struggles away from home may be a concern, but their superior goal-scoring ability and defensive stability should give them the edge in this contest. However, Hull City’s home advantage cannot be underestimated, and they will likely put up a strong fight.
Ultimately, Stoke City’s stronger overall form and recent head-to-head success against Hull City make them the favorites to secure all three points in this Championship clash.
