Hull’s Rise, Liverpool’s Questions and United’s Response

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Aug 31, 2026

Hull’s Rise, Liverpool’s Questions and United’s Response

2 mos ago 21:27

Show notes

The Underdog Football Show breaks down the second week of the Premier League season , where early results are already challenging preseason expectations for clubs including Hull City, Liverpool, Tottenham, Manchester United, Chelsea and Newcastle . Chris Horwedel looks at Hull’s surprising start, Liverpool’s adjustment under Andoni Iraola , Tottenham’s difficult opening under Roberto De Zerbi , and Manchester United’s response after a rough first weekend. The show also examines Chelsea’s perfect start under Xabi Alonso and Newcastle’s early progress with Matthias Jaissle . Elsewhere in England, Wrexham’s Championship adjustment continues, while the lower-league spotlight turns to Walton and Hersham , whose rapid rise into National League South has created an unusual dispute over matchday revenue and the economics of playing at a ground the club doesn’t control. European coverage includes dramatic Champions League qualifying , with Celtic, Fenerbahçe, LASK, Bodø/Glimt and others fighting for league-phase places. The transfer section covers major movement involving Ollie Watkins, Carlos Baleba, Allan Elias, Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, Daniel Muñoz and Jenni Hermoso , plus several developing deals as the window approaches its close.

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