Buy Hull City vs Sunderland tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the Premier League fixture scheduled for Wednesday 10 February 2027 and a midweek evening kick-off currently listed at 20:00 UK time (21:00 CET). It is Matchday 25 at the MKM Stadium in west Hull. The Premier League confirms final dates and kick-off slots for broadcasters a few weeks ahead, so the time may still change.
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Both clubs arrive in very different moods from a year ago. Hull City won promotion through the Championship play-off final at Wembley in May 2026, beating Middlesbrough 1-0. Sunderland, meanwhile, finished seventh in their first season back in the top flight on 54 points and qualified for the Europa League. A Wednesday night under the lights brings the two together for the first Premier League meeting in Hull since 2017.
For buyers, this is a fixture with real momentum behind it: a newly promoted home side, a visiting club flying high and a compact ground of just over 25,000. This guide covers prices, stands, the away end, hospitality, delivery and the full Premier League record between the sides at the MKM Stadium.
The MKM Stadium holds 25,586, small by Premier League standards, and a first season back in the top flight tends to fill it. Hull supporters have waited nearly a decade for Premier League football, and the visit of one of the most talked-about sides from last season is exactly the kind of match that draws a full house.
Sunderland bring one of the most loyal away followings in English football. Their support has travelled in huge numbers through the lower divisions, and a trip of around two and a half hours down the A1 and across Yorkshire is well within reach, even on a weeknight. The away allocation in Hull typically runs from around 1,800 up to about 2,500, and it is likely to be in heavy demand.
The two clubs also know each other well from recent Championship seasons, which adds edge. The away side won all four league meetings across 2023/24 and 2024/25, and Sunderland beat Hull 1-0 in the EFL Cup at the Stadium of Light in September 2026. Hull supporters will want this one badly.
Sunderland's last season makes them one of the more attractive visitors of the campaign. They stayed unbeaten at home until mid-February, completed a league double over Newcastle and sealed seventh place with a final-day win over Chelsea. Their 54-point total ranks among the highest by a promoted side in the 38-game era, and plenty of neutral fans will want to see them in person.
Europe adds another layer. Sunderland are in the Europa League this season, and a midweek league fixture in February sits close to the European knockout rounds. That can affect squad selection, but for supporters it only raises the sense of occasion.
The sides meet first at the Stadium of Light in January, so by February both sets of fans will know how the season series stands. That tends to sharpen the atmosphere for the return.
Hull's own route back adds to the occasion. Promotion came through the play-offs, with a 1-0 win over Middlesbrough in the Wembley final, and a first Premier League season since 2016/17 has lifted demand across the whole home calendar. Midweek fixtures against well-supported opponents are among the first to feel that squeeze.
Through the club, it can be difficult. Hull give priority to season ticket holders and then to members, and a first Premier League season since 2017 means strong demand across the board. For a fixture like this, remaining tickets can sell out in the member windows before any general sale opens.
Sunderland supporters face their own queue. The away allocation is sold through the visiting club, which typically prioritises season ticket holders and members with a record of travelling. With Sunderland's away support as large as it is, many fans will miss out.
That leaves first-time visitors, overseas buyers and occasional supporters with few club routes. A verified resale marketplace fills the gap. Sellers list tickets they already hold, so you can pick a stand, see the price up front and buy without waiting for a membership window.
Membership also has limits for one-off visitors. It costs money up front, it does not guarantee a seat for a high-demand fixture and it rewards regular attendance rather than a single trip. For most people who want this specific match, choosing a seat directly is the more practical option.
Read the listing notes carefully. Premier League clubs set their own rules on ticket transfer, and the notes explain exactly how your ticket will reach you and what you will need at the turnstile.
Five factors shape the price of a seat: where it sits, how strong demand is, how close you buy to the match, the competition context of the 2026/27 season and whether you want a hospitality tier. At the MKM Stadium, a small capacity, a promoted club's first season back and a strong travelling support all push demand up, even for a Wednesday night.
Listings for this fixture are still building, so prices will settle as more sellers join. Timing matters: the widest choice usually appears in the weeks after the broadcast picks confirm the kick-off, when sellers know their plans. The table below gives typical ranges rather than fixed figures.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / corners | £70 – £110 | Budget-minded fans and first-time visitors | Corners and the West Stand upper tier give a full view of the pitch |
| Longside standard | £90 – £140 | Couples and small groups | Outer blocks of the East Stand with a balanced view |
| Lower tier / central | £120 – £180+ | Fans who want to be close to the pitch | Central blocks near the halfway line go first |
| Premium seating | £200 – £300+ | Buyers who want comfort without a full package | Padded seats in the West Stand, often with lounge access |
| Hospitality / VIP | £250 – £450+ | Corporate guests and celebrations | Lounge or box packages with dining; places are limited |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
The MKM Stadium opened in 2002 and has a bowl shape with a continuous single tier of seating on three sides and a second tier on the west side. The stands sit close to the pitch, so sightlines are good and the noise carries well on a midweek night. The MKM Stadium seating plan shows how the four stands and the corners fit together before you choose a block.
The West Stand is the largest, holding around 11,000 across two tiers, with the main facilities and premium areas. The East Stand runs along the opposite side, with the North and South Stands behind the goals. Visiting supporters sit in the north-east corner, mainly in the North Stand with parts of the East Stand used for larger allocations, and the away section has had safe-standing places since 2025.
If you want to compare availability across every stand for the season, browse the full range of MKM Stadium tickets.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Stand (lower tier) | Buyers who want the main stand view | Upper | Central blocks give the clearest overview of the game and sit close to the premium areas |
| West Stand (upper tier) | Fans who want height and a full view | Mid | The only second tier in the ground; a clear read of the whole pitch |
| East Stand | Home fans, families and neutrals | Mid | A balanced longside view; blocks nearest the north end sit close to the away support |
| South Stand | Home fans who want an end-on view | Lower to mid | Behind the goal and well away from the visiting supporters |
| Corners | Value hunters and small groups | Lower | The easiest place to find seats together at a lower price |
| Away end (north-east corner) | Sunderland supporters | Mid | North Stand plus parts of the East Stand, with safe-standing places; wear Sunderland colours only here |
Height changes the experience as much as the stand. Lower rows put you close to the players and the noise, while the West Stand upper tier gives a clearer read of shape and movement. In a single-tier bowl like this, even the back rows of the East Stand feel close to the action.
If you are neutral or undecided, the West Stand is the safest pick, with the South Stand a good alternative for an end-on view. Keep Sunderland red and white inside the away end, and avoid wearing it in home sections, where stewards can and do move supporters.
First-time visitors often ask for a single recommendation. For most, it is the central lower West Stand: a full view of both ends, close to the dugouts and near the main concourse facilities. If budget is tight, the upper tier of the same stand gives a similar angle at a lower price.
Hull offer a range of matchday hospitality at the MKM Stadium, from premium seats with in-seat service to lounge packages and private executive boxes. Packages typically include a premium match seat, pre-match dining, half-time refreshments and lounge access before and after the game.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Premium seats | Pairs and solo fans who want an upgrade | A padded seat in the West Stand with lounge access |
| Best Seat in the House | Fans who want the view and the service | A halfway-line seat with a private screen for replays and in-seat service |
| Lounge packages | Celebrations and client entertaining | Pre-match dining, drinks and half-time refreshments in a shared lounge |
| Executive boxes | Companies and private groups | A private box with catering and a view over the pitch |
Packages are priced per person and include the match ticket, but inclusions vary. Read the listing for details on dining, drinks and parking, especially for a midweek evening when traffic around the stadium builds before kick-off.
For a first Premier League season back, hospitality is also one of the more reliable ways into a sold-out fixture. General seats disappear fast, but packages are built for groups and occasions, so they can still be available when standard listings are thin. Book early for groups of four or more.
Lounges usually open around two hours before kick-off. For guests coming straight from work on a Wednesday, that makes hospitality a comfortable way to arrive early, eat properly and avoid the turnstile queues.
Premier League clubs have moved heavily towards digital tickets, and how your seat reaches you depends on the listing. These are the delivery types you will see for this match.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket transfer | That the ticket will be sent to your phone or club account before matchday, and which app or email address it goes to |
| E-ticket (PDF) | That you receive a scannable file and whether it must be printed or shown on screen |
| Local collection | The meeting point in Hull, the collection window and the ID you need to bring |
| Hospitality guest list | The name on the booking, the entrance to use and when the lounge opens |
Dress for the weather. February evenings in Hull are cold, and wind off the Humber can make the open corners feel colder still, so warm layers are worth packing for a night match.
Read the listing notes before you buy. Bring valid photo ID, fully charge your phone if your ticket is mobile and arrive in good time, because queues build quickly at a full ground on a weeknight.
Hull Paragon station is around a 20-minute walk from the stadium, mostly along Anlaby Road, with a matchday footbridge shortcut from Argyle Street. After a late midweek finish, the last trains out of Hull leave earlier than many visitors expect, so plan the journey home before you travel.
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Demand for this match will be strong, but a few habits still help your budget go further. The gap between a corner seat and a central one is wide, so small compromises add up.
Decide your priorities before you start. If sitting with friends matters most, focus on the corners; if the view matters most, set a budget for the West Stand and move as soon as a suitable listing appears rather than waiting for a late drop.
Most overseas visitors fly into Manchester, Leeds Bradford or London and continue by train to Hull Paragon. Direct trains run from London King's Cross and across the north, which makes Hull easy to reach for a midweek match. Mobile tickets and e-tickets are the simplest delivery options for international buyers because nothing has to be posted, but confirm the delivery date so everything arrives before you travel. Groups should request seats together at the time of purchase rather than hoping to swap on the day.
The main risk is a date change. Premier League fixtures are regularly moved for television and around European commitments, and Sunderland's Europa League campaign could affect the schedule. Book flexible trains and hotels where you can, and stay overnight rather than relying on late trains after a midweek evening game.
If you are planning to follow Sunderland further, the Stadium of Light hosts the reverse fixture in January; browse Stadium of Light tickets for Sunderland's home matches around your dates.
An overnight stay also lets you see more of the city. Hull's old town and marina are a short taxi ride from the ground, with pubs and restaurants that fill with supporters before an evening kick-off. Book rooms early, as hotels in the centre sell quickly on Premier League matchdays.
Paying from abroad is simple. Prices are shown in pounds, and the listing notes set out delivery timing so you can plan around your travel dates. For more fixtures across the country and the continent, browse the wider range of football tickets.
The Premier League meetings at the MKM Stadium, then known as the KC Stadium, stretch across Hull's three spells in the top flight. The first came in December 2008, in Hull's debut Premier League season, when Sunderland won 4-1. The visitors won again in April 2010, a result that came in a season that ended in relegation for Hull.
Hull's only Premier League win in the fixture came in November 2013, a 1-0 victory in their second top-flight spell. A 1-1 draw followed in March 2015. The last meeting, in May 2017, finished 2-0 to Sunderland in a season that ended with both clubs relegated.
That first meeting carried extra weight. The 2008/09 season was Hull's first ever in the top flight, and the arrival of Sunderland was one of the early tests of whether the club belonged. The 4-1 scoreline was a hard lesson, but Hull survived that season, and the fixture has been part of their top-flight story ever since.
What makes the fixture distinctive is how often Sunderland have enjoyed the trip. They have won three of the five Premier League meetings in Hull and lost only once. For a newly promoted home side, February is the chance to change that record in front of a full crowd.
The figures below cover every Premier League meeting at the MKM Stadium with Hull City as hosts, from December 2008 to May 2017.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 5 |
| Hull City wins | 1 |
| Sunderland wins | 3 |
| Draws | 1 |
| Hull City goals | 3 |
| Sunderland goals | 8 |
| Biggest Hull City win | 1-0 (2 Nov 2013) |
| Biggest Sunderland win | 1-4 (20 Dec 2008) |
| First Premier League meeting in scope | 20 Dec 2008 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 6 May 2017 |
Source: Transfermarkt and Fussballdaten match records.
Hull have scored just three goals in five Premier League meetings here and failed to score in two of them. Sunderland have scored in four of the five. For a buyer, that history points to a visiting side that travels well, and a home crowd that will be desperate to see the pattern broken.
All five Premier League meetings at the MKM Stadium with Hull at home, newest first. Scores show the Hull total first.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 06 May 2017 | 0-2 |
| 03 Mar 2015 | 1-1 |
| 02 Nov 2013 | 1-0 |
| 24 Apr 2010 | 0-1 |
| 20 Dec 2008 | 1-4 |
Source: every score confirmed against Transfermarkt and Fussballdaten match records.
Read down the list and the pattern is clear: Sunderland have usually had the better of this fixture in Hull. Whatever the table says in February, the home side will need a big night to turn that around, and a full MKM Stadium under the lights will do its best to help.
Buying in the weeks after the kick-off is confirmed usually gives you the widest choice. Waiting until the final week risks higher prices as travelling fans chase the last seats.
Visiting supporters are in the north-east corner, mainly in the North Stand with parts of the East Stand used when the allocation grows. Anyone wearing Sunderland colours should sit there.
It is around a 20-minute walk, mostly along Anlaby Road.
Options include premium seats, halfway-line seats with in-seat service, lounge packages with dining and private executive boxes. Inclusions vary, so read the listing before you buy.
Yes, if the listing states the seats are adjacent, and the corners are the easiest place to find them.
Sources: Premier League official website (Sunderland's 2025/26 season), ESPN, NBC Sports and Sky Sports (2026 Championship play-off final), Transfermarkt and Fussballdaten (match records), Tothe92 and Football Ground Guide (stadium layout, away allocation, hospitality and transport).