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Stoke City vs Hull City Predictions, Picks & Odds – 25/08/2026
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Stoke City enter this second-round Carabao Cup tie at the Bet365 Stadium in poor fettle. Mark Robins's side beat Oldham Athletic 2-0 in round one, yet their Championship campaign has begun with consecutive defeats to Swansea City and Southampton. The head coach acknowledged his squad is still gelling after a busy summer of recruitment, conceding that fatigue in key areas cost them dearly in the 3-1 loss to Southampton.
Hull City arrive buoyed by a remarkable start to life back in the Premier League. Sergej Jakirovic's men opened their top-flight campaign with a thoroughly deserved 2-0 victory over Manchester United, defenders Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy finding the net. The Tigers received a bye in round one, meaning this is their first Carabao Cup outing of the season. Midfielder Hidemasa Morita could feature after recovering from a calf complaint, though defensive injuries remain a concern.
Hull City's away win at 2.38 represents the standout value in this fixture. The Tigers have won three on the bounce across all competitions, including that remarkable triumph over Manchester United. Stoke, by contrast, have lost two consecutive Championship matches and Mark Robins himself acknowledged fatigue issues within his squad.
Squad rotation will affect both sides, yet Hull's deeper Premier League resources give them a clear advantage in reserve quality. Sergej Jakirovic can afford to rest key starters while still fielding a competitive eleven. Stoke's thinner squad, still adjusting to new arrivals, looks vulnerable to a side brimming with confidence.
The away win at 2.38 is our primary selection. We also favour both teams to score at N/A, given Stoke managed to find the net in both recent defeats despite their struggles. Hull's defensive injury concerns, flagged by Jakirovic after the Manchester United match, suggest they could be breached even in victory. Odds correct at time of publication.
Trends to Know about Stoke City vs Hull City
- Hull City unbeaten in five matches
- Stoke lost four of last five
- Hull beat Manchester United away
Form & Statistics: Stoke City vs Hull City
Stoke City
Recent form
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Hull City
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Season statistics (1)
Lineups: Stoke City vs Hull City
Stoke City
Starters
- 1 Viktor Johansson
- 2 Ben Johnson
- 3 Ben Wilmot
- 4 Maksym Talovierov
- 5 Eric Bocat
- 6 Ben Pearson
- 7 Tomás Rigo
- 8 Ethan Galbraith
- 9 Liam Millar
- 10 Robert Bozenik
- 11 Bae Jun-Ho
Bench
- Josh Griffiths
- Luke Graham
- Ben Gibson
- Djibril Soumaré
- George Morrison
- Jack Newall
- George Hirst
Absent
- Junior Tchamadeu (injury)
- Svante Ingelsson (Suspension (two yellow cards in last league match))
- Aaron Cresswell (Injury)
- Lamine Cisse (Injury)
- Bosun Lawal (Injury)
- Ato Ampah (Injury)
Hull City
Starters
- 1 Konstantinos Tzolakis
- 2 Cody Drameh
- 3 Paddy McNair
- 4 Matt Targett
- 5 Ryan Giles
- 6 Lucas Gourna-Douath
- 7 Regan Slater
- 8 Mohamed Belloumi
- 9 Jens Hjertø-Dahl
- 10 David Akintola
- 11 Oliver McBurnie
Bench
- George Long
- Lucas Herrington
- Matty Jacob
- Kieran Dowell
- Elliot Stroud
- Hidemasa Morita
- Abdülkadir Ömür
Absent
- Eliot Matazo (injury)
- Darko Gyabi (injury)
- Jack Butland (Arm/elbow injury (expected back end of year/early new year))
- Oscar Zambrano (Hamstring injury (expected back mid-September))
- Charlie Hughes (Double hernia surgery (return date uncertain))
- Joe Gelhardt (Ankle injury (expected out for another three weeks, until early September))
Low confidence
Both XIs carry the caveat of speculation here, with a single source underpinning much of what is shown above for either side, so treat the personnel with appropriate caution ahead of kickoff. A 4-3-3 versus 4-2-3-1 contest is the probable shape, with both managers expected to rotate freely given the Carabao Cup context.
For Stoke, Robert Boženik leads the line in what looks a rotated but competitive attacking unit, while Hull's structure places Oliver McBurnie as the lone striker, supported by a fluid three behind him. How each side's midfield controls the tempo on a Tuesday evening at the bet365 Stadium may well prove the decisive factor.
Stoke City vs Hull City: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Stoke City vs Hull City Match?
What time is Stoke City vs Hull City?
Stoke City host Hull City at the Bet365 Stadium on Monday 25th August 2026, with kickoff at 19:45 BST.
Where is Stoke City vs Hull City being played?
This match takes place at the Bet365 Stadium in Stoke-on-Trent.
How Can I Watch Stoke City vs Hull City on TV and Live Stream?
Check local listings for Carabao Cup second-round coverage, as broadcast details vary by region.