Jakirović no longer an outsider for the English, but a coach with a clear idea

Croatian coach Sergej Jakirović has made a significant impact in his first major English match, leading Hull City to a stunning 2-0 victory against Manchester United. The win has captured the attention of English media, who lauded Jakirović's clear tactical vision and his ability to outmaneuver Manchester United's coach, Carrick.

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Hull was calm, organized and powerful despite having only 28 percent possession.

Despite having only 28 percent possession, Hull City displayed remarkable composure, organization, and effectiveness. Manchester United dominated with 21 shots and 72 percent possession, but Jakirović's team proved far more clinical. GOAL described the victory as a "tactical masterpiece," highlighting how Hull exploited specific weaknesses in the opponent's game.

The Sun reported that Hull City specifically trained for a set-piece that led to one of their goals, underscoring Jakirović's meticulous attention to detail. His assistants analyzed Manchester United's matches to identify vulnerabilities, a strategy that clearly paid off.

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Jakirović's victory was a tactical masterpiece.

This single match has dramatically altered the perception of Jakirović in England. Previously seen as the coach of a newly promoted team likely to battle relegation, he is now viewed as a tactically astute manager who successfully outsmarted a highly regarded opponent. Manchester Evening News noted Hull's physical and tactical superiority, emphasizing their dominance in duels and aerial contests, which aligned with Jakirović's aggressive game plan.

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Hull knew where to punish Manchester United.

The victory is particularly noteworthy as Jakirović became the first Hull coach to defeat Manchester United in the Premier League. The win sets a strong precedent for Hull City's season, suggesting Jakirović brings discipline and a clear strategy to the newly promoted club.

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Jakirović's team won 58.8 percent of duels, and particularly dominated in aerial duels, winning 57.9 percent of them.