Manchester United suffered a surprising 2-0 defeat to newly promoted Hull City in their Premier League opener. The Red Devils, managed by Michael Carrick, were overwhelmed in the first half as Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy scored to secure Hull's historic victory. Carrick acknowledged the team's slow start, calling it a setback but emphasizing the need for improvement. Former players like Alan Shearer and Rio Ferdinand criticized United's performance, with Shearer calling them "terrible in every position." Fans at the MKM Stadium celebrated the result, with some immediately reacting on social media after the match. The loss marks a challenging start for United, who will look to bounce back in their next fixture.