About

Hull City Association Football Club is a professional association football club based in Kingston upon Hull, competing in the EFL Championship. Founded on 1 January 1904, the club has a long regional presence and a global collector audience; find signed shirts and framed pieces at Walkouts as part of that history.

The club played at Boothferry Park until 2002 before relocating to its current home at the MKM Stadium, where supporters still see home and away colours run out on matchdays. The MKM move reshaped the merchandising landscape, with early retail runs and limited edition match replicas issued as part of ground opening promotions and anniversary rematches.

On the pitch Hull have moved between divisions across decades and achieved notable cup and play-off runs, including promotion via the play-offs and a first FA Cup final appearance in 2014 at Wembley. Recent high points include returning to the top flight and finishing as League One champions 2020-21, milestones that drive demand for season shirts tied to those campaigns.

Collectors prize anniversary releases, notably the club centenary projects and special runs; the Centenary 2004 releases, for example, were issued to mark one hundred years since formation and remain sought after for their commemorative badges and limited print quantities. Post-1970 anniversary issues are often manufactured in smaller runs, making authenticated examples more desirable to fans and archivists.

Specific seasons and matches act as magnets for collectors, with shirts from the 2008 play-off final and the 2014 FA Cup final sought for their link to decisive fixtures and memorable lineups. Demand is not restricted to match-worn items, collector interest extends to fanshop shirts, early retail runs and player-issue variants or region-specific releases, because those retail pieces carry provenance and often unique sponsor or sleeve treatments.

Practical provenance matters, and sellers on the secondary market frequently supply an authentication cue such as COA to confirm signatures and origin. For Hull City collectors, provenance often ties back to Boothferry Park memorabilia, Humber derby match programmes, and finals at Wembley against clubs like Arsenal, making shirts from 2012-13 promotion seasons and the 2014 FA Cup final particularly resonant with buyers at Walkouts who want verified, framed, or limited edition shirts.

Honours

Hull City's honours are led by multiple divisional titles and promotion-winning finals rather than top-flight silverware. The club won the Third Division North in 1932-33 and again in 1948-49, and claimed the Third Division championship under Cliff Britton in 1965-66. In the modern era, Hull secured a first promotion to the Premier League via the 2008 play-off final victory over Bristol City and returned to the top flight after winning the 2016 play-off final. The team also reached the 2014 FA Cup final, a decisive match that finished 3-2 after extra time. More recently Hull were crowned League One champions in 2020-21, ensuring immediate return to the Championship. There are no continental trophies listed in the provided sources; the club's record highlights notable domestic promotions and cup finals.

Legends & Leadership

Nick Barmby, Chris Chilton, Ken Wagstaff - These late 20th century forwards are remembered for their sustained goalscoring and influence during formative decades for the club.

Dean Windass, Phil Brown - Both figures made their mark in the late 20th century with Windass noted for important goals and Phil Brown recognised for long service within the club as a senior figure before his later managerial roles.

Tom Huddlestone, Jarrod Bowen - These recent key players from the 2000s and 2010s have been pivotal to Hull's competitive campaigns in the 21st century and have helped shape the club's modern identity.

Steve Bruce - As a prominent manager recorded in the input shortlist, he stands as the single legendary manager cited here. Assem Allam - The single owner highlighted from the provided list is included as the club's notable executive figure.

Stadium

The club plays at the MKM Stadium, a ground commonly referenced by that name after the move from Boothferry Park in 2002. The venue has become central to the club's matchday identity and is regularly associated with Hull's black and amber colours and the Tigers nickname. Home fixtures against Grimsby Town and Scunthorpe United are described in sources as local derby occasions that sharpen rivalry and local interest, feeding a lively atmosphere on matchdays. Supporter experience is often built around vocal backing, club colours and pre-match traditions that accompany the team at the MKM Stadium, while Boothferry Park remains an important part of the club's heritage.

Also known as
MKM Stadium

FAQ

Q: What level does Hull City play at? A: Hull City currently compete in the EFL Championship, the second tier of English football, and fixtures and standings are published season by season.

Q: Where are home matches played and when did the club move there? A: Home matches are held at the MKM Stadium, a move the club completed after leaving Boothferry Park in 2002.

Q: When was the club founded and what are its traditional colours? A: The club was founded in 1904 and traditionally wears black and amber striped shirts, a look that underpins the Tigers nickname.

Q: I collect signed shirts - how can I check authenticity? A: Look for an accompanying COA or digital verification where provided and request exact photo proof or signature grading; Free worldwide shipping. may be offered by some sellers but always verify the provenance before purchase.