Match Summary

Hull City left with a point after surviving long spells without the ball. Aston Villa had 73.5% possession and 13 shots, yet only one effort hit the target.

That gap tells the story. Hull managed four shots on target from 11 attempts, while Villa needed four saves from Konstantinos Tzolakis to escape with a draw.

How the Match Unfolded

The game stayed tight, even if the numbers leaned strongly one way. Villa took more of the ball and got four corners, but Hull matched them for threat in the final third far better than the possession split suggested.

Two yellow cards marked the flow of the contest. Semi Ajayi was booked in the 39th minute, and Lucas Gourna-Douath followed in the 67th.

Key Moments

Hull’s best protection was in front of their goal. Tzolakis made one save, but Villa’s four saves mattered more because they show how often Hull forced a response.

The booking for Ajayi came before the break, which may have made Hull’s back line a little more cautious after half-time. Villa could not turn that pressure into a clean opening, and the point stayed with the hosts.

Match Statistics

Villa’s possession edge was huge, but the shot totals were close. The more striking split was on target: Hull had four, Villa only one.

That is why the draw feels earned for Hull. It also hints that possession alone did not move Villa far enough into dangerous finishing positions.

Starting Lineups

Hull City

Konstantinos Tzolakis; John Egan, Nobel Mendy, Semi Ajayi, Ryan Giles; Lewie Coyle, Lucas Gourna-Douath, Regan Slater, Elliot Stroud; Mohamed Belloumi, Oliver McBurnie.

Aston Villa

Zion Suzuki; Tyrone Mings, Victor Lindelöf, Ian Maatsen, Matty Cash; Emiliano Buendía, Ross Barkley, Boubacar Kamara, Nicolas Jackson, George Hemmings, John McGinn.

Hull City Assessment

Hull’s point looks valuable because it came without much possession. They defended for long stretches, but they still asked enough questions to keep Villa honest.

Tzolakis mattered, and so did the discipline of the outfield unit after the bookings. Even under pressure, Hull did not let the match drift into a flood of clear chances.

Aston Villa Assessment

Villa controlled the ball but did not control the scoreline. That is the problem in one sentence, and it explains why the visitors leave with only one point.

They created more general pressure than clear finishing quality. Four saves against them, plus only one shot on target, point to a flat attacking return rather than a lack of possession.

Key Performers

Hull City

Konstantinos Tzolakis made one save and kept a clean sheet.

Lucas Gourna-Douath’s yellow card does not help the highlight reel, but it does show how often Hull had to fight in midfield. Semi Ajayi also absorbed a booking before the interval, which underlines the defensive load on the side.

Aston Villa

John McGinn started in a side that had 73.5% possession. Villa’s problem was not reaching the ball; it was turning that control into meaningful shots.

Ross Barkley and Boubacar Kamara were part of a midfield that kept the ball moving, but the final product was thin. The single shot on target is the hard fact that frames their night.

What the Result Means for the Table

Hull City stay high after this result. They are third with seven points from three matches, and they remain unbeaten.

Aston Villa are down in 18th with one point from three games. With no goals scored yet, the gap between control and output is already a problem.

What Comes Next

Hull will take confidence from another clean sheet and a point against stronger possession numbers. They have shown they can stay compact and still create enough to matter.

Villa need a sharper end product. The structure was there to keep the match under control, but the final pass and shot quality did not follow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the result in Hull City vs Aston Villa?

It finished Hull City 0-0 Aston Villa.

When was Hull City vs Aston Villa played?

The match was completed on 5 September 2026.

Which competition was Hull City vs Aston Villa in?

It was a Premier League match.

Who had more possession in Hull City vs Aston Villa?

Aston Villa had 73.5% possession, compared with Hull City’s 26.5%.

How many shots on target did Hull City and Aston Villa have?

Hull City had four shots on target, while Aston Villa had one.

Did either team receive a red card?

No. Both teams finished with zero red cards.