Hull City win championship playoff, secure promotion to Premier League

Hull City secured a dramatic return to the Premier League after edging Middlesbrough 1–0 in the Championship play-off final on Saturday at Wembley Stadium.

The decisive moment came deep into the closing stages when Oli McBurnie capitalised on an error by Middlesbrough goalkeeper Sol Brynn to fire home the winning goal and spark celebrations among the Hull supporters.

The tense encounter appeared destined for extra time before McBurnie struck late to hand Hull promotion back to England’s top flight.

The victory marks a major achievement for the club as they complete their journey back to the Premier League after years outside the division.

Players and fans erupted at the final whistle, celebrating a memorable triumph at Wembley and the financial and sporting rewards that come with promotion to the Premier League.

Hull’s success also ends Middlesbrough’s hopes of securing promotion, despite a determined performance throughout the match.