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Championship
May 4, 2013 at 12.45pm UK
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Paul McShane surprised by Hull City promotion
Hull City's Paul McShane reveals that he was wrongly informed that Watford had defeated Leeds United during yesterday's Championship deciders.May 5, 14:13
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Steve Bruce hails Hull City squad after promotion
Hull City manager Steve Bruce hails his side following their promotion to the Premier League this afternoon.May 4, 19:32
The Match
Match Report
Hull City are promoted to the Premier League after a 2-2 draw with Cardiff City at the KC Stadium.
Live Commentary
Find out how Hull City achieved automatic promotion thanks to a 2-2 draw against Cardiff City with Sports Mole's text updates.
HT Report
Hull City are set for promotion to the Premier League as things start after a goalless first half against Cardiff City.
Team News
Hull City make a double change for their meeting with Cardiff City in the Championship today.
Preview
Sports Mole previews Saturday's crucial Championship fixture for Hull City as they welcome Cardiff City to the KC Stadium.
Build-up
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Malky Mackay: 'We will respect last game'
Cardiff City manager Malky Mackay admits that his side have a duty to respect their last game in the Championship before promotion to the Premier League.May 3, 05:48
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Nicky Maynard to feature for Cardiff City
Nicky Maynard is likely to return from a knee injury during Cardiff City's encounter against Hull City.Apr 30, 18:58
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