Hull City secured a vital 2-1 victory against Southampton at St Mary’s Stadium on March 23, 2024. This win marks Hull’s fourth victory and a draw in their last five matches on the road, propelling them back into the top six of the Championship. The match showcased impressive performances from several players, particularly Charlie Hughes and John Egan, who played pivotal roles in the team’s success.
Hull City struck first when striker Kyle Joseph capitalized on a quick lay-off from Oli McBurnie, scoring just 20 minutes into the match. The visitors extended their lead shortly after, with Hughes rising to head home a corner from Amir Hadziahmetovic in the 33rd minute. Although Southampton pulled one back through Ross Stewart, who scored from close range, Hull’s defense held firm to secure the win.
Player Ratings: Key Performers Shine for Hull City
Tigers reporter Barry Cooper provided ratings for the players following the match, highlighting the standout performances that contributed to Hull’s victory.
Ivor Pandur: The goalkeeper made a crucial early save against Adam Armstrong and remained composed throughout the match. Despite a few shaky moments, he earned a rating of 8/10 for his overall contributions.
Akin Famewo: Filling in at left-back for the absent Ryan Giles, Famewo performed well defensively before being substituted at half-time, earning a rating of 7/10.
Charlie Hughes: Hughes was a standout performer, making a vital clearance off the line early in the match and scoring the second goal. He received a rating of 9/10, with added credit for his solid defensive work.
John Egan: Egan demonstrated reliability alongside Hughes, making timely interventions and blocks, which earned him an impressive rating of 8.5/10.
Lewie Coyle: Coyle’s dependable performance at right-back was marked by solid defending against Southampton’s threats. He received a rating of 8/10 for his captaincy.
Regan Slater: Slater was active in midfield, covering significant ground and adapting to various roles throughout the match, earning an 8/10 rating.
Amir Hadziahmetovic: Hadziahmetovic’s delivery was pivotal in Hughes’ goal, showcasing his calm presence on the ball. He also received a rating of 8/10.
Kyle Joseph: After scoring the opening goal, Joseph continued to be a threat and was involved in multiple attacking plays before his substitution, earning a solid 8/10 rating.
Liam Millar: Millar came close to scoring with a well-placed header and was a constant outlet on the left, receiving a rating of 7/10.
Matt Crooks: Crooks provided a crucial assist for Millar’s header and was effective in disrupting Southampton’s play, also rated at 7/10.
Oli McBurnie: McBurnie’s assist for Joseph highlighted his teamwork, and his industrious performance in both attack and defense earned him a rating of 7/10.
Substitutes Contribute to Team Effort
The substitutes also played their part in maintaining Hull’s advantage.
Cathal McCarthy (for Famewo, 46): McCarthy stepped into the backline seamlessly and received a 7/10 for his mature performance.
Matty Jacob (for Joseph, 53): Jacob showed resilience at left-back under pressure, earning a rating of 6/10.
John Lundstram (for Millar, 76): Returning from injury, Lundstram’s 20 minutes on the pitch were valuable, earning him a rating of 6/10.
Joel Ndala (for Coyle, 76): Ndala faced challenges but made notable contributions, receiving a rating of 6/10.
David Akintola (for Amir, 88): Akintola’s late cameo added energy to the team’s defensive efforts, earning a rating of 6/10.
Hull City’s next match will be crucial as they aim to build on this momentum. With strong performances across the squad, the team looks poised to challenge for a playoff position as the season progresses.
