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Cardiff’s Gerrard in Hull switch

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Cardiff City defender Anthony Gerrard has joined Championship rivals Hull City on a season-long loan deal.

The 24-year-old, who Cardiff signed from Walsall in the summer of 2009, had been linked to Sheffield Wednesday and even Premier League clubs.

Gerrard’s Hull debut could be against the Bluebirds as the loan deal allows him to play against his parent club.

Cardiff are also permitted to play midfielder Seyi Olofinjana, on loan from Hull, in their meetings this term.

Gerrard, the cousin of England and Liverpool captain Steven, has dropped down Cardiff’s defensive pecking order since helping Dave Jones’ men reach last season’s Championship play-off finals where they were defeated by Blackpool.

The performances of Darcy Blake, Gabor Gyepes and Mark Hudson has limited the centre-back to just Carling Cup appearances for Cardiff this season.

And former England under-21 defender Chris Riggott, who is a free agent after his release from Middlesbrough at the end of last season, is training with Cardiff with a view to a possible permanent deal.

Now Hull have completed Gerrard’s loan deal in a move to bolster Tigers boss Nigel Pearson’s defence who have conceded seven goals as Hull have only won one of their first four opening Championship games.

Hull’s next game, coincidentally, is against the Bluebirds on 11 September at the Cardiff City Stadium so Gerrard is set to make his debut against his parent club.

A Cardiff statement said: “The agreement includes the ability for Anthony to play against us and for Seyi Olofinjana to play for Cardiff City against Hull City at Cardiff City Stadium at 3pm on Saturday, 11 September.

“The same rule applies for our away fixture in February. All at Cardiff City wish Anthony the best for the rest of the campaign.”

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Doncaster 3-1 Hull

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Doncaster extended Hull’s wretched away run as goals from Martin Woods, Billy Sharp and James Coppinger rounded off a bleak weekend for the Tigers.

With assistant boss Craig Shakespeare taking charge following Nigel Pearson’s illness, Hull fell behind after two minutes to a looping header from Woods.

Robert Koren picked out Nick Barmby, who levelled from the edge of the area.

But Kamil Zayatte conceded a penalty, converted by Sharp, and after the break Woods fed Coppinger for a third.

It continued a woeful run for Hull, who were undone by League One Brentford in the Carling Cup in midweek, have picked up just three wins in their last 30 games, and have not won away since March 2009 – a run of 27 matches on the road without a victory.

To compound their problems, 47-year-old Pearson was admitted to hospital on Friday after complaining that he felt unwell.

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He was kept in for tests, and is expected to be discharged late on Saturday.

In Pearson’s absence, Sean O’Driscoll’s side were good value for the points.

Having scored his first goal since last December, Woods almost doubled his tally on six minutes with a free-kick from just outside the penalty area but was denied by Hull goalkeeper Matt Duke.

By then Barmby had already levelled for Hull, and it looked like the two sides would go in level at half-time.

Instead, Zayatte handled in the area and Sharp sent Duke the wrong way from the penalty spot.

Hull went further behind shortly after the hour when Woods crossed for Coppinger, who finished clinically from close range to complete the misery of the visiting side.




  • Final Result
  • Full Time
  • 90:00+4:10 The match has reached full-time.
  • 90:00+3:48 Inswinging corner taken by Richard Garcia from the left by-line played to the near post, clearance by James O’Connor.
  • 90:00+3:30 The ball is delivered by Andy Dawson, Mark Cullen takes a shot. James O’Connor gets a block in.
  • 90:00+2:21 Defending throw-in by James O’Connor (Doncaster).
  • 90:00+1:03 Martin Woods gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Tom Cairney. Robert Koren shoots direct from the free kick.
  • 90:00+0:44 Billy Sharp (Doncaster) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken left-footed by Liam Cooper (Hull) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 89:28 Goal kick taken long by Neil Sullivan (Doncaster).
  • 88:58 Foul by Billy Sharp (Doncaster) on Kamil Zayatte (Hull). Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Matt Duke (Hull) from own
    half, resulting in open play.
  • 86:01 Inswinging corner taken by Tom Cairney from the right by-line played to the near post, clearance made by George Friend.
  • 86:01 Substitution Ryan Mason comes on in place of Brian Stock.
  • 86:01 Richard Garcia takes a shot. Blocked by Shelton Martis.
  • 85:55 The ball is swung over by Robert Koren, clearance by Sam Hird.
  • 85:26 Robert Koren fouled by James O’Connor, the ref awards a free kick. Free kick crossed right-footed by Robert Koren, clearance
    by Brian Stock.
  • 83:19 A cross is delivered by James Coppinger, save by Matt Duke.
  • 81:40 James Coppinger produces a right-footed shot from just outside the box that misses to the right of the goal.
  • 80:47 Foul by Andy Dawson (Hull) on James Coppinger (Doncaster). Indirect free kick taken right-footed by James O’Connor (Doncaster)
    from own half, passed.
  • 79:53 Billy Sharp challenges Kamil Zayatte unfairly and gives away a free kick. Indirect free kick taken by Matt Duke.
  • 78:16 Long range shot by Martin Woods goes wide right of the target.
  • 77:26 Attacking throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 76:44 Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Shelton Martis by Mark Cullen. Neil Sullivan restarts play with the free kick.
  • 75:35 Billy Sharp takes a shot. Save by Matt Duke.
  • 74:48 Defending throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 72:48 Robert Koren fouled by Brian Stock, the ref awards a free kick. Nolberto Solano shoots direct from the free kick, save by
    Neil Sullivan.
  • 71:51 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 71:15 Mark Cullen is ruled offside. Neil Sullivan takes the indirect free kick.
  • 71:08 Defending throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 70:00 Substitution Doncaster substitution: John Oster replaced by Dean Shiels (tactical).
  • 68:53 Assist (pass) by Martin Woods (Doncaster) from right side of penalty area.
  • 68:53 GOAL – James Coppinger:Doncaster 3 – 1 Hull Goal by James Coppinger (Doncaster) right-footed (bottom-left of goal) from right side of penalty area (6 yards).Doncaster
    3-1 Hull.
  • 66:54 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 66:08 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).Defending throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 65:16 Substitution Hull substitution: Nick Barmby replaced by Jay Simpson (tactical).
  • 65:16 Substitution Hull substitution: John Bostock replaced by Tom Cairney (tactical).
  • 64:51 The ball is crossed by Nolberto Solano, Nick Barmby takes a shot. Save by Neil Sullivan.
  • 63:58 Goal kick taken long by Neil Sullivan (Doncaster).
  • 62:57 Goal kick taken long by Neil Sullivan (Doncaster).
  • 61:08 Mark Cullen (Hull) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Brian Stock (Doncaster) from own half, passed.
  • 60:30 Indirect free kick taken right-footed by George Friend (Doncaster) from own half, passed.
  • 60:30 Booking John Bostock (Hull) booked for unsporting behaviour.
  • 60:30 Foul by John Bostock (Hull) on George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 60:02 Attacking throw-in by Martin Woods (Doncaster).
  • 59:57 Attacking throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 59:49 Attacking throw-in by Martin Woods (Doncaster).
  • 57:48 Foul by Shelton Martis (Doncaster) on Mark Cullen (Hull). Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Robert Koren (Hull) from
    own half, passed.
  • 56:51 Attacking throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 56:11 Goal kick taken long by Neil Sullivan (Doncaster).
  • 55:49 Defending throw-in by John Oster (Doncaster).
  • 55:28 Attacking throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 54:52 Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Richard Garcia by George Friend. Matt Duke takes the indirect free kick.
  • 53:56 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 53:00 Inswinging corner from right by-line taken left-footed by John Bostock (Hull) to far post, clearance by Shelton Martis (Doncaster).
  • 52:52 Attacking throw-in by Richard Garcia (Hull).
  • 52:12 Centre by John Bostock, Shelton Martis manages to make a clearance.
  • 51:37 Cross by Nolberto Solano (Hull), clearance by Shelton Martis (Doncaster).
  • 50:40 Billy Sharp (Doncaster) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Matt Duke (Hull) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 49:40 The referee blows for offside. Free kick taken by Neil Sullivan.
  • 49:20 Nick Barmby sends in a cross, George Friend makes a clearance.
  • 47:11 Cross by James Coppinger (Doncaster), clearance by Kamil Zayatte (Hull). Shot by Brian Stock (Doncaster) right-footed from
    left channel (20 yards), over the bar. Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 46:59 Martin Woods sends in a cross, Kamil Zayatte makes a clearance.
  • 46:19 Attacking throw-in by Richard Garcia (Hull).
  • 45:20 Defending throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 45:01 The second half kicks off.
  • 45:01 Substitution Adam Lockwood leaves the field to be replaced by Sam Hird.
  • Half Time
  • 45:00+2:09 The first half comes to an end.
  • 45:00+1:46 Corner from left by-line taken short right-footed by John Oster (Doncaster).
  • 45:00+1:18 Defending throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 45:00+1:04 Defending throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 45:00+0:43 John Bostock crosses the ball, Neil Sullivan makes a save.
  • 45:00+0:03 Billy Sharp is ruled offside. Free kick taken by Matt Duke.
  • 44:18 Defending throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 43:09 GOAL – Billy Sharp:Doncaster 2 – 1 Hull Billy Sharp scores a placed penalty. Doncaster 2-1 Hull.
  • 41:16 Centre by John Oster, clearance by Nolberto Solano. Martin Woods takes a outswinging corner to the near post. Kamil Zayatte
    is penalised for handball and concedes a .
  • 40:17 Mark Cullen is ruled offside. Adam Lockwood takes the free kick.
  • 39:49 Booking The referee shows Liam Cooper a yellow card for unsporting behaviour.
  • 39:40 Goal kick taken short by Neil Sullivan (Doncaster).
  • 38:42 Free kick crossed by Martin Woods, clearance made by Liam Cooper.
  • 38:42 Booking Booking for Kamil Zayatte.
  • 38:33 Kamil Zayatte challenges Martin Woods unfairly and gives away a free kick.
  • 37:16 Attacking throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 36:06 Mark Cullen (Hull) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Adam Lockwood (Doncaster) from own half, passed.
  • 35:45 Defending throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 35:39 Defending throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 34:19 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 33:27 Direct effort from the free kick comes in from James Coppinger.
  • 33:27 Booking The referee books Andy Dawson for unsporting behaviour.
  • 33:17 Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Billy Sharp by Andy Dawson.
  • 31:37 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 30:31 Free kick awarded for a foul by John Bostock on Simon Gillett. Indirect free kick taken by Brian Stock.
  • 29:38 Attacking throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 29:33 Attacking throw-in by Richard Garcia (Hull).
  • 29:04 Defending throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 28:28 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 28:01 Inswinging corner from left by-line taken right-footed by John Oster (Doncaster) to far post, clearance by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 27:45 Billy Sharp takes a shot. Blocked by Nolberto Solano.
  • 26:49 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 26:17 Attacking throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 24:18 Free kick awarded for a foul by James Coppinger on Richard Garcia. Free kick taken by Nolberto Solano.
  • 24:12 Attacking throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 23:17 Attacking throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 22:01 Goal kick taken long by Neil Sullivan (Doncaster).
  • 20:52 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 19:55 Attacking throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 19:13 John Bostock takes a shot. Save by Neil Sullivan.
  • 18:58 Defending throw-in by James O’Connor (Doncaster).
  • 17:10 Attacking throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 16:59 Attacking throw-in by Richard Garcia (Hull).
  • 15:21 Handball by James Coppinger (Doncaster). Free kick crossed right-footed by Robert Koren (Hull) from left wing, resulting in
    open play. Mark Cullen (Hull) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Neil Sullivan (Doncaster) from own
    half, resulting in open play.
  • 14:53 Defending throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 13:43 Attacking throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 12:16 Defending throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 12:04 Defending throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 11:34 Martin Woods takes a shot. Save by Matt Duke.
  • 11:06 Corner from left by-line taken short left-footed by Martin Woods (Doncaster).
  • 10:06 Effort from the edge of the area by John Oster goes wide of the left-hand post.
  • 8:15 Assist (pass) by Robert Koren (Hull) from right channel.
  • 8:15 GOAL – Nick Barmby:Doncaster 1 – 1 Hull Goal by Nick Barmby (Hull) right-footed (bottom-left of goal) from right side of penalty area (18 yards).Doncaster 1-1 Hull.
  • 7:44 Unfair challenge on Ian Ashbee by George Friend results in a free kick. Nolberto Solano takes the free kick.
  • 6:15 Foul by Kamil Zayatte (Hull) on John Oster (Doncaster). Free kick taken right-footed by Martin Woods (Doncaster) from left
    channel (20 yards), save (parried) by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 3:53 James Coppinger fouled by Richard Garcia, the ref awards a free kick. James O’Connor restarts play with the free kick.
  • 3:21 Defending throw-in by George Friend (Doncaster).
  • 1:02 Assist (cross) by James Coppinger (Doncaster) from right wing.
  • 1:02 GOAL – Martin Woods:Doncaster 1 – 0 Hull Headed goal by Martin Woods (Doncaster) (top-right of goal) from right side of penalty area (18 yards).Doncaster 1-0 Hull.
  • 0:07 Foul by Nick Barmby (Hull) on Shelton Martis (Doncaster). Indirect free kick taken left-footed by Adam Lockwood (Doncaster)
    from own half, passed.
  • 0:00 The referee gets the game underway.

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Doncaster v Hull

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Saturday, 28 August 2010

Npower Championship


Npower Championship
Venue: Keepmoat Stadium Date: Saturday, 28 August Kick-off: 1500 BST
Coverage: BBC Sport website, BBC Radio 5 live, BBC local radio & highlights on The Football League Show

Doncaster will have to assess the fitness of striker Billy Sharp, who is a doubt after picking up a knock in training on Thursday.

John Oster could return to the squad following knee surgery, while Shelton Martis may play after missing the loss at Cardiff with a hamstring injury.

Hull defender Kamil Zayatte is set to return but Paul McShane is doubtful after taking a knock against Brentford.

Craig Fagan is expected to remain sidelined with a groin problem.

Beaten by League One Brentford in the Carling Cup in midweek, and having won only three of their last 29 games, Hull City could do with a boost – and an end to their long wait for an away win.

The Tigers have have not won away since March 2009, enduring a run of 26 matches on the road without a victory. And both clubs were in the bottom division the last time they won an away match against Doncaster, in March 1985.

Rovers were first in the firing line following Craig Bellamy’s much-hyped move to Cardiff, and are now looking to bounce back from their 4-0 defeat in the Welsh capital last weekend.

Sean O’Driscoll’s side, who won only one of their first 12 matches last season, beat Preston on the opening day this time around and are hoping to record their first league victory since then.

Head-to-head

There has not been an away win when these teams have met for the last 14 years.


Doncaster

Like Hull, Doncaster are one of four clubs to have conceded four goals in a Championship match this season.

If selected, Adam Lockwood will be making his 150th appearance for the club.

Hull

Hull have drawn seven and lost 18 on the road since their last away win: a 1-0 victory at Fulham 17 months ago.

They have failed to score in their last two league matches.

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Brentford 2-1 Hull City

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Marcus Bean’s diving header put League One side Brentford through to the third round of the Carling Cup as they upset Hull of the Championship.

Mark Cullen fired into the bottom left corner from close range to put the visitors ahead after five minutes.

But Robbie Simpson levelled with a stunning long-range free kick which flew into the top left corner.

And with two minutes remaining Bean latched on to Charlie MacDonald’s cross to send the home side through.

Brentford worked courageously and outplayed the former Premier League side for long spells of the game.


But after sharing the first two goals, Nigel Pearson’s Hull side looked like they had re-taken the lead only for Robert Koren’s chipped 20-yard effort to bounce back off the angle.

Jamie Devitt sent an angled drive wide before Brentford began the fight-back.

And the home side piled on the pressure in the final half hour – a superb goal-line stop from City goalkeeper Matt Duke denying Simpson’s near-post header.

Brentford also hit the woodwork when winger Myles Weston saw his cross skim the top of the bar before Bean’s thrilling finale.


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  • 76:06 Centre by Myles Weston.
  • 73:49 Cross by Gary Alexander (Brentford), clearance by Anthony Gardner (Hull). Inswinging corner from left by-line taken right-footed
    by Kevin O’Connor (Brentford) to near post, header by Gary Alexander (Brentford) from centre of penalty area (6 yards), over
    the bar. Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 73:18 Attacking throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 73:06 Cross by Jamie Devitt (Hull), clearance by Leon Legge (Brentford).
  • 72:24 Shot by Gary Alexander (Brentford) right-footed from right channel (25 yards), over the bar. Goal kick taken long by Matt
    Duke (Hull).
  • 70:38 Craig Woodman concedes a free kick for a foul on Richard Garcia. Tom Cairney has a direct shot on goal from the free kick,
    save by Richard Lee. Jamie Devitt takes the inswinging corner, clearance made by Gary Alexander.
  • 69:46 Defending throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 69:20 Substitution Nick Barmby is brought on as a substitute for Jay Simpson.
  • 68:13 Jamie Devitt crosses the ball in from the free kick, save by Richard Lee.
  • 68:13 Booking The referee books Marcus Bean for dissent.
  • 68:03 Unfair challenge on Tom Cairney by Marcus Bean results in a free kick.
  • 66:49 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 64:51 Foul by Anthony Gardner (Hull) on Gary Alexander (Brentford). Free kick crossed left-footed by Craig Woodman (Brentford) from
    left channel, clearance by Liam Cooper (Hull). Inswinging corner from right by-line taken left-footed by Craig Woodman (Brentford)
    to centre, header by Gary Alexander (Brentford) from centre of penalty area (6 yards), save (tipped round post) by Matt Duke
    (Hull). Inswinging corner from right by-line taken left-footed by Craig Woodman (Brentford) to centre, clearance by Anthony
    Gardner (Hull). Attacking throw-in by Kevin Kilbane (Hull).
  • 64:16 Cross by Jamie Devitt (Hull), resulting in ball out of play. Goal kick taken long by Richard Lee (Brentford).
  • 63:41 Cross by Gary Alexander (Brentford), clearance by Liam Cooper (Hull).
  • 62:27 Foul by Richard Garcia (Hull) on Craig Woodman (Brentford). Direct free kick taken left-footed by Craig Woodman (Brentford)
    from left wing, resulting in open play.
  • 58:35 Shot by Jamie Devitt (Hull) right-footed from left side of penalty area (18 yards), blocked by Toumani Diagouraga (Brentford).
    Inswinging corner from left by-line taken left-footed by Jamie Devitt (Hull) to centre, clearance by Leon Legge (Brentford).
    Inswinging corner from left by-line taken right-footed by Jamie Devitt (Hull) to far post, save (parried) by Richard Lee (Brentford).
    Inswinging corner from right by-line taken left-footed by Tom Cairney (Hull) to centre, foul by Richard Garcia (Hull) on Myles
    Weston (Brentford). Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Richard Lee (Brentford) from own half, resulting in open play.
  • 57:48 Free kick taken by Kevin O’Connor.
  • 57:48 Booking Jamie Devitt booked for unsporting behaviour.
  • 57:42 Foul by Jamie Devitt on Robbie Simpson, free kick awarded.
  • 57:19 Attacking throw-in by Kevin Kilbane (Hull).
  • 56:29 Shot by Robbie Simpson (Brentford) right-footed from left wing (18 yards), save (caught) by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 56:13 Attacking throw-in by Craig Woodman (Brentford).
  • 55:40 Goal kick taken long by Richard Lee (Brentford).
  • 54:51 Unfair challenge on Tom Cairney by Robbie Simpson results in a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Richard Garcia. Effort
    from outside the penalty box by Jamie Devitt goes wide right of the target.
  • 53:46 Corner taken by Kevin O’Connor from the left by-line.
  • 53:19 Attacking throw-in by Myles Weston (Brentford).
  • 52:43 Cross by Robert Koren (Hull), save (caught) by Richard Lee (Brentford).
  • 51:18 Foul by Charlie MacDonald (Brentford) on Liam Cooper (Hull). Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Matt Duke (Hull) from
    own half, resulting in open play.
  • 50:25 Corner from right by-line taken by Craig Woodman.
  • 48:56 Shot from just outside the box by Robert Koren hits the post.
  • 47:06 Attacking throw-in by Kevin Kilbane (Hull).
  • 46:13 Tom Cairney takes a shot. Richard Lee makes a comfortable save.
  • 45:01 The second half has started.
  • Half Time
  • 45:00+1:59 It is the end of the first-half.
  • 45:00+1:21 The assistant referee flags for offside against Mark Cullen. Indirect free kick taken by Richard Lee.
  • 44:49 Mark Cullen (Hull) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken left-footed by Richard Lee (Brentford) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 43:54 Defending throw-in by Kevin Kilbane (Hull).
  • 42:31 Charlie MacDonald takes a shot. Blocked by Liam Cooper.
  • 41:44 Attacking throw-in by Craig Woodman (Brentford).
  • 40:44 Shot by Jamie Devitt (Hull) right-footed from right channel (30 yards), save (caught) by Richard Lee (Brentford).
  • 39:14 Indirect free kick taken by Richard Lee.
  • 39:14 Booking Mark Cullen is given a yellow card.
  • 38:49 Foul by Mark Cullen on Craig Woodman, free kick awarded.
  • 37:49 The ball is swung over by Craig Woodman, clearance made by Anthony Gardner. Corner taken left-footed by Craig Woodman from
    the left by-line, clearance by Anthony Gardner.
  • 37:16 Centre by Robbie Simpson, clearance by Nolberto Solano.
  • 36:50 Attacking throw-in by Craig Woodman (Brentford).
  • 36:29 Attacking throw-in by Craig Woodman (Brentford).
  • 36:07 Cross by Nolberto Solano (Hull), save (caught) by Richard Lee (Brentford).
  • 35:07 Craig Woodman concedes a free kick for a foul on Mark Cullen. Free kick crossed left-footed by Tom Cairney, Gary Alexander
    manages to make a clearance.
  • 33:40 Attacking throw-in by Kevin Kilbane (Hull).
  • 31:45 Goal kick taken long by Richard Lee (Brentford).
  • 31:07 Foul by Marcus Bean (Brentford) on Richard Garcia (Hull). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Nolberto Solano (Hull) from
    right wing, resulting in open play.
  • 29:49 Inswinging corner from left by-line taken left-footed by Tom Cairney (Hull) to near post, foul by Anthony Gardner (Hull) on
    Leon Legge (Brentford). Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Richard Lee (Brentford) from own half, resulting in open
    play.
  • 29:20 Cross by Craig Woodman (Brentford), resulting in ball out of play. Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 28:15 Foul by Liam Cooper (Hull) on Gary Alexander (Brentford). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Karleigh Osborne (Brentford)
    from left channel, resulting in open play.
  • 27:56 Attacking throw-in by Richard Garcia (Hull).
  • 27:18 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 26:38 The referee blows for offside against Mark Cullen. Indirect free kick taken by Richard Lee.
  • 25:21 Anthony Gardner gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Gary Alexander. Robbie Simpson produces a strike on goal
    direct from the free kick, Matt Duke makes a comfortable save.
  • 23:10 Myles Weston fouled by Nolberto Solano, the ref awards a free kick. Craig Woodman takes the direct free kick. Myles Weston
    crosses the ball.
  • 22:47 Attacking throw-in by Kevin O’Connor (Brentford).
  • 21:52 Substitution Anthony Gardner is brought on as a substitute for Paul McShane.
  • 20:46 Attacking throw-in by Kevin O’Connor (Brentford).
  • 19:37 GOAL – Robbie Simpson:Brentford 1 – 1 Hull Robbie Simpson grabs a goal direct from the free kick from long range to the top left corner of the goal. Brentford 1-1 Hull.
  • 18:47 Charlie MacDonald fouled by Liam Cooper, the ref awards a free kick.
  • 18:09 Jamie Devitt produces a cross, save by Richard Lee.
  • 17:03 Myles Weston delivers the ball, clearance made by Paul McShane.
  • 16:04 Craig Woodman takes a shot. Paul McShane gets a block in. Craig Woodman takes the outswinging corner, clearance by Liam Cooper.
  • 15:42 Attacking throw-in by Craig Woodman (Brentford).
  • 14:40 Attacking throw-in by Kevin Kilbane (Hull).
  • 14:14 Attacking throw-in by Karleigh Osborne (Brentford).
  • 13:51 Foul by Robert Koren (Hull) on Gary Alexander (Brentford). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Gary Alexander (Brentford)
    from left channel, passed.
  • 12:42 Foul by Kevin Kilbane (Hull) on Robbie Simpson (Brentford). Indirect free kick taken left-footed by Richard Lee (Brentford)
    from own half, resulting in open play.
  • 12:29 Robert Koren takes a shot. Richard Lee makes a save.
  • 11:51 Inswinging corner from right by-line taken left-footed by Tom Cairney (Hull) to far post, save (punched) by Richard Lee (Brentford).
  • 11:13 Gary Alexander (Brentford) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Matt Duke (Hull) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 9:31 Goal kick taken long by Richard Lee (Brentford).
  • 7:53 Jamie Devitt fouled by Robbie Simpson, the ref awards a free kick. Tom Cairney takes the direct free kick.
  • 6:32 Robbie Simpson challenges Jamie Devitt unfairly and gives away a free kick. Shot on goal comes in from Nolberto Solano from
    the free kick, comfortable save by Richard Lee.
  • 5:17 GOAL – Mark Cullen:Brentford 0 – 1 Hull A goal is scored by Mark Cullen from inside the penalty area to the bottom left corner of the goal. Brentford 0-1 Hull.
  • 4:50 Attacking throw-in by Craig Woodman (Brentford).
  • 4:15 Attacking throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 3:36 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 3:15 Defending throw-in by Nolberto Solano (Hull).
  • 2:49 Attacking throw-in by Craig Woodman (Brentford).
  • 1:35 Attacking throw-in by Kevin O’Connor (Brentford).
  • 0:51 The referee blows for offside against Jamie Devitt. Richard Lee takes the indirect free kick.
  • 0:00 The referee starts the match.

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Brentford v Hull

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Tuesday, 24 August 2010

Carling Cup


Carling Cup second round
Venue: Griffin Park Date: Tuesday, 24 August Kick-off: 1945 BST
Coverage: BBC Sport website, BBC Radio 5 live, BBC local radio & highlights on The League Cup Show

Brentford have injury doubts over striker Carl Cort, who has an Achilles problem and winger Sam Wood, who has a back injury.

Midfielder Nicky Adams, signed from Leicester last week, could make his full debut.

Hull striker Craig Fagan has a groin problem and is still waiting to make his first appearance of the season.

Teenage centre-back Liam Cooper is hoping to start again after impressing in Saturday’s draw at Watford.

Head-to-head

These clubs have met 54 times – Brentford have won 17, Hull 26, with 11 draws.

They have not faced each other since they were both in League One in 2004/05. Both fixtures were won by the club playing at home.

Their only previous meeting in the League Cup was 42 years ago – Brentford prevailed 3-0 in the second round tie at Griffin Park in September 1968. The Bees were in the old Fourth Division at the time while Hull were a Second Division outfit.


Brentford

Brentford have started the league season with two defeats and a draw. Their only victory to date was 2-1, at home to Cheltenham, in the first round of the Carling Cup.

The Bees have not reached round three for 19 years. The west London club’s best performance in this competition was in 1982/83, when they reached the fourth round.

If selected, Gary Alexander and Nicky Forster will be facing a former club.

Hull

Hull are hoping to qualify for the third round for the fourth time in five seasons.

Blackpool were the last lower division club to knock out the East Yorkshire side; 2-1 in the first round at Bloomfield Road in 2005.

Like Brentford, Hull have also never been beyond the fourth round.

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Hull 0-0 Watford

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Watford ground out a point in a forgettable clash with Hull to keep their unbeaten start going.

New Tigers signing Robert Koren was at the heart of the hosts’ best football and he forced Scott Loach into a flying save with a long-range drive.

The game opened up after the break and home keeper Matt Duke tipped a snapshot from Danny Graham around the post.

Both sides had chances late on but Richard Garcia headed wide for Hull and Duke parried Jordon Mutch’s volley.

Those moments of excitement apart, it was a drab game that always looked to be heading for a stalemate.

Watford carved out the first opening of the contest when Will Buckley brushed aside Paul McShane and cut inside but his curling effort drifted wide.

At the other end, Koren combined with another new signing, striker Jay Simpson, but the midfielder just failed to pick out the former Arsenal man with a superb cross.

The hosts began to look the most likely side to score with Koren easily the most creative player on display.

First, he forced Loach into an acrobatic save with a left-footed shot from the edge of the area. Then the Slovenian’s dipping 20-yard volley went just over.

The visitors should have taken the lead just after the break when Martin Taylor headed wide from six yards after getting on the end of Don Cowie’s free-kick.

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But Hull continued to look marginally more threatening and Tom Cairney drilled an angled drive across the face of goal before Mark Cullen scuffed a shot from a good position.

Troy Deeney failed to make the most of a decent opening for Watford as he headed wide from close range after Cowie had picked him out with a pinpoint cross.

However, Duke was forced into action moments later when he tipped wide Graham’s effort from 18 yards.

Koren then went close for a third time with a cross from the left wing that nearly sneaked in at the far post.

As the clock ticked down, the game finally started to open up but a lack of cutting edge continued to frustrate at both ends.

Nick Barmby’s cross was headed wide by the unmarked Garcia for Hull, before Watford nearly snatched a late winner when a low half-volley from Mutch was well saved by Duke.


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  • Final Result
  • Full Time
  • 90:00+3:16 The game is over, as the referee blows his whistle.
  • 90:00+2:42 Defending throw-in by Paul McShane (Hull).
  • 90:00+2:05 Mark Cullen (Hull) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Scott Loach (Watford) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 90:00+1:15 Robert Koren (Hull) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Scott Loach (Watford) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 89:49 Attacking throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).
  • 89:18 Attacking throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).
  • 88:51 Cross by Jordon Mutch (Watford), clearance by Kamil Zayatte (Hull).
  • 87:56 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 87:24 Attacking throw-in by Paul McShane (Hull).
  • 86:20 Robert Koren takes a shot. Save by Scott Loach.
  • 85:44 Attacking throw-in by Adrian Mariappa (Watford).
  • 85:16 Unfair challenge on Ian Ashbee by Martin Taylor results in a free kick. Andy Dawson restarts play with the free kick.
  • 84:15 Shot by Jordon Mutch (Watford) right-footed from right channel (20 yards), blocked by Kamil Zayatte (Hull). Inswinging corner
    from left by-line taken right-footed by Richard Garcia (Hull) to far post, resulting in open play.
  • 83:56 Danny Graham produces a cross, Richard Garcia makes a clearance.
  • 83:50 Cross by Troy Deeney (Watford), resulting in open play.
  • 82:49 Foul by Martin Taylor (Watford) on Paul McShane (Hull). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Tom Cairney (Hull) from right
    wing, passed. Shot by Robert Koren (Hull) drilled left-footed from right channel (20 yards), blocked by Martin Taylor (Watford).
  • 82:20 Attacking throw-in by Paul McShane (Hull).
  • 81:50 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 81:24 Mark Cullen (Hull) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Scott Loach (Watford) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 80:41 Goal kick taken long by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 80:05 Shot by Jordon Mutch from 20 yards. Save made by Matt Duke.
  • 79:56 Lee Hodson produces a cross.
  • 79:05 Booking Nick Barmby (Hull) booked for unsporting behaviour.
  • 79:05 Goal kick taken long by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 77:32 Nick Barmby produces a cross, Header by Richard Garcia from deep inside the penalty area misses to the left of the goal.
  • 77:12 Defending throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 76:18 Inswinging corner from left by-line taken right-footed by Don Cowie (Watford) to far post, resulting in open play.
  • 75:40 Substitution Josh Walker is brought on as a substitute for Stephen McGinn.
  • 75:34 Attacking throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).
  • 75:09 Attacking throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).
  • 73:28 Lloyd Doyley concedes a free kick for a foul on Richard Garcia. Tom Cairney delivers the ball, Close range header by Robert
    Koren goes wide of the left-hand post.
  • 72:34 Defending throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 71:57 Stephen McGinn concedes a free kick for a foul on Richard Garcia. The free kick is delivered left-footed by Tom Cairney from
    right wing, clearance made by Martin Taylor.
  • 70:58 Defending throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 70:29 Attacking throw-in by Paul McShane (Hull).
  • 69:57 Danny Graham (Watford) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Matt Duke (Hull) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 68:33 Attacking throw-in by Paul McShane (Hull).
  • 68:33 Substitution Hull substitution: Jay Simpson replaced by Nick Barmby (tactical).
  • 68:33 Substitution Hull substitution: John Bostock replaced by Richard Garcia (tactical).
  • 67:34 Cross by Robert Koren (Hull), resulting in ball out of play. Goal kick taken long by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 67:12 Defending throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 66:20 Shot by Danny Graham (Watford) drilled right-footed from centre of penalty area (18 yards), save (blocked) by Matt Duke (Hull).
    Corner from left by-line taken short right-footed by Don Cowie (Watford).
  • 65:49 Shot from just outside the box by Robert Koren goes over the bar.
  • 65:43 John Bostock produces a cross, clearance made by Martin Taylor.
  • 64:03 Inswinging corner from left by-line taken right-footed by Don Cowie (Watford) to far post, header by John Eustace (Watford)
    from right side of penalty area (20 yards), clearance by Robert Koren (Hull). Outswinging corner from right by-line taken
    right-footed by Don Cowie (Watford) to near post, clearance by John Bostock (Hull). Cross by Don Cowie (Watford), header by
    Troy Deeney (Watford) from centre of penalty area (12 yards), missed left.
  • 63:36 Shot by Robert Koren (Hull) mishit left-footed from right channel (25 yards), missed right. Goal kick taken long by Scott
    Loach (Watford).
  • 62:10 Inswinging corner taken from the right by-line by Tom Cairney, Lloyd Doyley makes a clearance. Effort from the edge of the
    box by Tom Cairney goes wide of the left-hand upright.
  • 61:38 The official flags Danny Graham offside. Matt Duke restarts play with the free kick.
  • 61:21 Foul by Kamil Zayatte (Hull) on Troy Deeney (Watford). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Don Cowie (Watford) from right
    channel, resulting in open play.
  • 59:45 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 59:16 Defending throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).
  • 58:19 Substitution Troy Deeney is brought on as a substitute for Marvin Sordell.
  • 58:19 Substitution Will Buckley leaves the field to be replaced by Jordon Mutch.
  • 58:12 Defending throw-in by John Bostock (Hull).
  • 57:40 Cross by Mark Cullen (Hull), resulting in open play.
  • 57:18 Cross by Lloyd Doyley (Watford), clearance by Ian Ashbee (Hull).
  • 56:55 Attacking throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).Attacking throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).
  • 56:22 Defending throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).
  • 55:44 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 54:02 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 54:02 Substitution Kevin Kilbane leaves the field to be replaced by Mark Cullen.
  • 54:02 Kevin Kilbane takes a shot. Save made by Scott Loach. Free kick awarded for a foul by John Bostock on Stephen McGinn. Centre
    by Don Cowie, Header from close range by Martin Taylor misses to the right of the goal.
  • 53:23 Tom Cairney takes a shot. Adrian Mariappa gets a block in.
  • 53:12 A cross is delivered by Andy Dawson.
  • 52:04 The official flags Marvin Sordell offside. Matt Duke restarts play with the free kick.
  • 50:15 Shot by Tom Cairney (Hull) left-footed from right channel (20 yards), blocked by Adrian Mariappa (Watford). Outswinging corner
    from left by-line taken left-footed by Tom Cairney (Hull) to centre, resulting in open play. Shot by Robert Koren (Hull) volleyed
    right-footed from right channel (18 yards), over the bar. Goal kick taken long by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 49:52 Attacking throw-in by Paul McShane (Hull).
  • 48:01 Foul by Marvin Sordell (Watford) on Kamil Zayatte (Hull). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Paul McShane (Hull) from
    own half, passed.
  • 47:22 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 46:54 Attacking throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).
  • 45:01 The match restarts for the second half.
  • Half Time
  • 45:00+2:22 The referee calls an end to the first half.
  • 45:00+2:02 The ball is sent over by Lee Hodson, save by Matt Duke.
  • 45:00+1:25 Foul by Robert Koren on Adrian Mariappa, free kick awarded. Scott Loach takes the free kick.
  • 45:00+0:49 Defending throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 45:00+0:33 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 44:59 Effort by John Bostock from a long way out goes over the crossbar.
  • 44:19 Booking Kevin Kilbane goes into the book.
  • 44:16 Booking The referee shows Will Buckley a yellow card.
  • 43:57 Will Buckley gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on John Bostock. Robert Koren restarts play with the free kick.
  • 43:00 Lee Hodson crosses the ball, Paul McShane makes a clearance.
  • 42:39 Foul by John Bostock (Hull) on John Eustace (Watford). Direct free kick taken right-footed by John Eustace (Watford) from
    own half, passed.
  • 41:09 Short corner taken by Don Cowie from the right by-line, A cross is delivered by Lee Hodson, clearance by Robert Koren.
  • 40:46 Foul by Ian Ashbee (Hull) on Stephen McGinn (Watford). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Scott Loach (Watford) from own
    half, resulting in open play.
  • 39:53 Martin Taylor (Watford) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Matt Duke (Hull) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 39:04 Cross by Lee Hodson (Watford), clearance by Kevin Kilbane (Hull).
  • 38:20 Free kick awarded for a foul by John Bostock on John Eustace. Don Cowie restarts play with the free kick.
  • 38:12 Attacking throw-in by Marvin Sordell (Watford).
  • 36:40 Cross by Paul McShane (Hull), save (caught) by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 35:51 The ball is sent over by Danny Graham, Matt Duke makes a save.
  • 34:05 Attacking throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).Shot by Marvin Sordell (Watford) left-footed from left side of penalty area (12
    yards), blocked by Liam Cooper (Hull). Cross by Lloyd Doyley (Watford), clearance by Kamil Zayatte (Hull). Outswinging corner
    from left by-line taken right-footed by Don Cowie (Watford) to centre, header by John Eustace (Watford) from centre of penalty
    area (12 yards), over the bar. Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 33:11 Cross by Paul McShane (Hull), shot by Jay Simpson (Hull) volleyed left-footed from left side of penalty area (12 yards), missed
    left. Goal kick taken long by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 32:58 The ball is swung over by Adrian Mariappa, Robert Koren makes a clearance.
  • 32:47 Attacking throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 32:07 Defending throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 31:48 Goal kick taken long by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • Correction – 31:10 Ian Ashbee gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Stephen McGinn. Lloyd Doyley restarts play with the free kick.
  • 31:10 Foul by Ian Ashbee (Hull) on Stephen McGinn (Watford). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Lloyd Doyley (Watford) from
    own half, resulting in open play.
  • 30:43 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 30:03 Attacking throw-in by Kevin Kilbane (Hull).
  • 29:18 Foul by Kamil Zayatte on Marvin Sordell, free kick awarded. Don Cowie produces a cross, Martin Taylor takes a shot. Save made
    by Matt Duke.
  • 28:58 Defending throw-in by Adrian Mariappa (Watford).
  • 28:26 Goal kick taken long by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 28:04 Cross by Lee Hodson (Watford), save (caught) by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 27:56 Attacking throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 27:30 Attacking throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).Cross by Lloyd Doyley (Watford), clearance by Kamil Zayatte (Hull). Attacking
    throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 27:21 The ball is swung over by Danny Graham, Kamil Zayatte makes a clearance.
  • 25:21 Attacking throw-in by Paul McShane (Hull).
  • 24:29 The referee blows for offside. Scott Loach takes the indirect free kick.
  • 23:46 Shot from 18 yards from Robert Koren. Scott Loach makes a save.
  • 23:17 Header by Stephen McGinn (Watford) from centre of penalty area (18 yards), save (caught) by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 22:05 Foul by Kevin Kilbane (Hull) on Adrian Mariappa (Watford). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Scott Loach (Watford) from
    own half, resulting in open play.
  • 21:20 Will Buckley crosses the ball.
  • 20:18 Shot by Andy Dawson (Hull) left-footed from left channel (20 yards), blocked by John Eustace (Watford). Attacking throw-in
    by Andy Dawson (Hull).Cross by Kevin Kilbane (Hull), shot by John Bostock (Hull) volleyed left-footed from centre of penalty
    area (18 yards), save (caught) by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 19:25 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 17:47 Foul by John Eustace on John Bostock, free kick awarded. The free kick is delivered left-footed by Tom Cairney from right
    wing.
  • 17:18 Cross by Kevin Kilbane (Hull), resulting in open play. Defending throw-in by Lloyd Doyley (Watford).
  • 16:18 Attacking throw-in by Don Cowie (Watford).
  • 15:43 Foul by Will Buckley (Watford) on Kamil Zayatte (Hull). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Matt Duke (Hull) from own half,
    resulting in open play.
  • 14:32 Cross by John Bostock (Hull), resulting in ball out of play. Goal kick taken long by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 13:51 Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 13:23 Defending throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 12:44 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 11:21 Foul by Kevin Kilbane (Hull) on Lee Hodson (Watford). Direct free kick taken right-footed by Scott Loach (Watford) from own
    half, resulting in open play.
  • 10:31 Will Buckley challenges Andy Dawson unfairly and gives away a free kick. Free kick taken by Matt Duke.
  • 10:18 Attacking throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 9:30 Cross by Robert Koren (Hull), resulting in ball out of play. Goal kick taken long by Scott Loach (Watford).
  • 9:05 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 8:20 Danny Graham (Watford) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Matt Duke (Hull) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 6:19 Defending throw-in by Lee Hodson (Watford).
  • 5:53 Defending throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 5:17 Cross by Will Buckley (Watford), resulting in ball out of play. Goal kick taken long by Matt Duke (Hull).
  • 3:59 Jay Simpson (Hull) caught offside. Indirect free kick taken right-footed by Scott Loach (Watford) from own half, resulting
    in open play.
  • 3:17 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 2:46 Cross by Tom Cairney (Hull), clearance by Martin Taylor (Watford).
  • 2:18 Attacking throw-in by Andy Dawson (Hull).
  • 0:00 The referee gets the match started.

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Hull v Watford

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Saturday, 21 August 2010

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Npower Championship
Venue: KC Stadium Date: Saturday, 21 August Kick-off: 1500 BST
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Jay Simpson is set to feature for Hull after the striker completed his move to the club from Arsenal.

Robert Koren could also make his full debut but Craig Fagan has a groin problem and is still waiting to make his first appearance of the season.

Watford manager Malky Mackay has no fresh injury concerns.

Back-up keeper Rene Gilmartin is the only injured player at Vicarage Road so youngster Jonathan Bond will again be on the bench as cover for Scott Loach.

Since these clubs met in the 2008 play-offs, when Hull won 6-1 on aggregate, the Tigers have had two seasons in the top flight while Watford have struggled on and off the pitch.

But the Hornets have made an encouraging start to this season, while Hull were given a reminder of how tough the Championship could be for them when they were thrashed 4-0 by promoted Millwall last weekend.

Manager Nigel Pearson, who will be celebrating his 47th birthday on Saturday, is looking for a victory to atone for that debacle at The Den. It would also only be Hull’s fourth win in 27 matches.

Watford, who won at Norwich in their opening match, were on course for a perfect start to the season before conceding late goals at home to Coventry last weekend and having to settle for a 2-2 draw.

Head-to-head

Hull’s 3-0 victory over Watford in March 2008 was their first win against the Hornets for 30 years.


Watford’s last away win against Hull was in November 2005.

Hull

A victory for Hull would mean back-to-back home wins at the start of a league season for the first time since 2004.

Andy Dawson is set to make his 400th league start.

Watford

A victory for Watford would see them win their opening two away matches of the season for the first time since 1998.

The Hornets are unbeaten in four matches, spanning last season.

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Hull capture Simpson from Arsenal

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Championship side Hull have completed the signing of forward Jay Simpson from Arsenal on a three-year contract.

The 21-year-old, a product of the Gunners youth system, goes straight into the Tigers squad to face Watford on Saturday.

Simpson has enjoyed previous loan spells at Millwall, West Brom and QPR.

The former England Under-17 and Under-18 international striker scored 13 goals in 42 games while on loan at Loftus Road last season.

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Cousin moves to Larissa from Hull

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Daniel Cousin has left Hull City to sign for Larissa on a permanent two-year deal.

The 33-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at the Greek side where he managed to score twice in nine appearances.

The striker joined Hull in 2008 from Rangers but only scored five goals in 33 appearances for the club.

His departure is part of the club’s restructuring plans since their relegation from the Premier League.

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Ex-Hull man Geovanni moves to US

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Former Hull City midfielder Geovanni has joined Major League Soccer side San Jose Earthquakes.

The 30-year-old was a free agent after his release from Hull at the end of the last season following their relegation from the Premier League.

The Brazilian spent two seasons with the Tigers after joining from Manchester City in July 2008.

One of his earliest contributions was a goal in Hull’s 2-1 victory against Arsenal in September of that year.

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