Hull City vs Stoke City Predictions

Hull City vs Stoke City Predictions for this Championship fixture. Hull City and Stoke City, level on goal difference near the Championship’s bottom, face a crucial clash at the MKM Stadium on Saturday, with vital points at stake. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.

Championship | Feb 1, 2025 at 3pm UK at KCOM Stadium

Hull City vs Stoke City Predictions

Will Hull’s Momentum Be Enough to Overcome Stoke’s Struggles?

• Stoke’s away struggles continue
  • The Potters have won just one of their last 12 away matches, making them one of the worst-performing sides on the road in the Championship.
• Hull are showing signs of improvement
  • Since Selles took charge, the Tigers have managed two wins and a draw in their last four matches, suggesting they are finally turning a corner.
• Goals remain an issue for Stoke
  • In their last four league matches, Stoke have scored just two goals, highlighting their ongoing problems in attack under Robins.

Best Bet for Hull City vs Stoke City

As the Championship relegation battle heats up, Hull City and Stoke City find themselves locked in a desperate fight for survival. With both sides sitting just two points above the drop zone, this meeting at the MKM Stadium could have huge implications on their respective seasons. Hull, despite their lowly league position, come into this clash on the back of a morale-boosting 3-0 victory over Sheffield United—a result that not only lifted them out of the relegation zone but also injected some much-needed confidence into their squad. Under Ruben Selles, the Tigers have shown signs of improvement, but their dreadful home form remains a major concern.

Stoke, meanwhile, have struggled to find their feet under Mark Robins. The Potters have failed to win in four league matches since his arrival, with their only success coming in the FA Cup against Sunderland. Goals have been hard to come by, with just two in their last four league outings, and their last match—a dull 0-0 draw at home to Oxford United—was a clear indicator of their attacking problems. While their defence has held up relatively well, their inability to score consistently has left them in serious danger of slipping into the relegation places. With Hull gaining momentum and Stoke still searching for a spark, this match is set to be a nervy, hard-fought battle where neither team can afford to slip up.

Best Bet: Hull City to Win

At BettingTips4You, we carefully analyse each fixture and provide just one standout betting selection per game. For this clash, Hull City to Win is our top pick. While their home form has been underwhelming, the momentum from their win at Sheffield United, coupled with Stoke’s continued struggles, makes this the best value bet.

Why This Bet Stands Out

Hull may have the worst home record in the division, but there are reasons to believe they can finally turn things around. The 3-0 victory over Sheffield United was not a fluke; it was a statement. The Tigers were dominant, clinical, and disciplined, with Matt Crooks getting on the scoresheet and their defence looking far more assured. The introduction of new signings such as Louie Barry, who arrives fresh from an excellent spell at Stockport County, adds further attacking depth to their squad. If Hull can replicate even a fraction of the performance they put in at Bramall Lane, they should have too much for a Stoke side that have looked flat under Robins.

Stoke’s away form is another major concern. With just 10 points from 14 away games, they have struggled to impose themselves on the road. Their last trip ended in a 2-0 defeat to Portsmouth, and while they have managed some draws, they rarely look like a side capable of taking three points. Their attacking woes are particularly alarming—just two goals in four league games under Robins is a damning statistic. While they may keep things tight, their lack of firepower could cost them once again, especially against a Hull side that have been gradually improving in attack.

As BettingTips4You.com expert Steve Harrington summarises:

“Hull’s home form has been dreadful, but they are showing real signs of life under Selles. The Sheffield United result was a turning point, and with Stoke failing to score regularly, Hull should have just enough to edge this one.”

This is the kind of fixture where Hull need to show they can win ugly. They have the momentum, the better recent performances, and the added boost of playing in front of their own fans. Stoke, on the other hand, seem to be going through the motions, struggling to find any attacking cohesion. It may not be a spectacular game, but Hull should have just enough to grind out a crucial victory.

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