Hull City owner Acun Ilıcalı calls early season points haul a miracle

Acun Ilıcalı admitted he was taken aback by Hull City’s early Premier League performance, where the team collected eight points from its first four fixtures. After promotion via the Championship play-offs, the Tigers were widely predicted to face immediate relegation, yet they have already secured a win over Manchester United and draws with Aston Villa and Chelsea, alongside a victory against Coventry City. Speaking on The Sports Agents Podcast, Ilıcalı called the achievement a “miracle” and said he had only expected four or five points.

He also lauded manager Sergej Jakirovic for his composure and collaborative stance on player signings, noting they agree on the club’s transfer policy. The owner’s comments underscore the unexpected success of a newly promoted side in a highly competitive league.