Çaykur Rizespor 1:2 Hull City — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Kieran Dowell scored once and earned a 9.22 rating as Hull City beat Çaykur Rizespor 2-1 in a club friendly, setting up a meeting with Kasımpaşa on 1 August. The Turkish side dominated possession at 61% but could not turn it into more than a single goal.

The match turned in the 57th minute when Oliver McBurnie put Hull ahead, and Kieran Dowell doubled the lead just a minute later. Çaykur Rizespor pulled one back in the 73rd minute, but Hull's two quickfire strikes proved decisive against a side that saw more of the ball.

Hull City had just 39% possession and only one corner to Rizespor's three, yet they outplayed their hosts on efficiency, scoring twice from limited chances. Dowell, the standout midfielder, rated 9.22 and scored once, anchoring the victory. CheckLive's model clearly favoured Çaykur Rizespor, but the result did not confirm that prediction, as Hull capitalised ruthlessly. Hull City next face Kasımpaşa on 1 August.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Çaykur Rizespor vs Hull City?

Çaykur Rizespor 1-2 Hull City (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Oliver McBurnie (57') for Hull City; Kieran Dowell (58') for Hull City.

Were there any cards in Çaykur Rizespor vs Hull City?

Yellow cards: null (Hull City); null (Hull City).

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