Hull chairman Assem Allam celebrates club's promotion

Assem Allam reflects on emotional promotion to top flight just two years after saving club

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Cardiff reject Hull's McCormack bid

Hull have had a bid rejected for unsettled Cardiff striker Ross McCormack.

Olofinjana to make Hull switch

Stoke midfielder Seyi Olofinjana is on the verge of a £3m move to Barclays Premier League rivals Hull.

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Billy Baxter, who has died aged 70, was a member of the Ipswich Town team which became unlikely League champions in 1962. In the process, he earned the ardent admiration of the team's manager, Alf Ramsey.

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Hull keen for Owen talks

Phil Brown has asked Michael Owen for the chance to sell him a move to Hull.

Hull interested in signing Owen

Hull boss Phil Brown has confirmed he is interested in bringing Michael Owen to the KC Stadium.

Windass and Bridges are released in major Tigers clear-out

Hull City have let go of eight players, including Dean Windass and Michael Bridges, at the end of their contracts as they prepare to build a squad for a second season in the Premier League.

Brown hits high note as Tigers claw clear

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Myhill has drive to keep Hull on road

Like his team, City's goalkeeper has come a long way and he believes their journey is far from over

Sporting siblings: It's a Family Affair

Corry Evans is due to make his debut for Manchester United at Hull City this weekend, probably in tandem with his brother Jonny.

Vesty does dirty work as Tigers roar again

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Brown happy to have destiny in own hands

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