Hull City's match with Sheffield United called off

Both sides had been due to play at Bramall Lane tomorrow (Wednesday 29th December).

Author: Benjamin FearnPublished 28th Dec 2021

Hull City's trip to Sheffield United has been postponed because of 'an insufficient number of players available to fulfil the fixture'.

Both sides had been due to play at Bramall Lane tomorrow (Wednesday 29th December).

In a statement Hull City said:

"Our match at Sheffield United on Wednesday 29th December has been postponed due to the Tigers having an insufficient number of players available to fulfil the fixture.

"The club has worked hard to ensure it has been able to play the game.

"However, taking into account the injuries and positive Covid-19 cases in the squad, we do not have the required numbers for the match to take place.

"A new date for the trip to Bramall Lane will be announced in due course.

"All tickets purchased for the match will remain valid for the rearranged game. Details of how supporters can claim a refund will be confirmed shortly.

"We apologise again for the disappointment and disruption caused."

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