Iroegbunam backs Hull City to upset Arsenal at Emirates Saturday

Hull City midfielder Tim Iroegbunam believes the Tigers can stun Premier League champions Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium this Saturday. The Nigerian international, who scored in Hull's thrilling 2-2 draw with Ipswich Town last weekend, says the team will "give it our all" against Mikel Arteta's title holders.

Hull have already made a statement on their Premier League return, battling Chelsea to a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge earlier this season. Now they face an Arsenal side expected to dominate at home. Iroegbunam acknowledges the odds: "That's one of those games where they're expected to win almost."

For Nigerian football fans, this is a chance to watch a Super Eagles prospect test himself against the best. Iroegbunam's confidence reflects Hull's fearless approach under Serb Sergej Jakirovic—two draws against top-half opposition in their first few games suggests this promoted side won't just make up numbers.

Kickoff is Saturday at the Emirates. If you're tracking Nigerian talent in Europe, this is your weekend appointment. Can Hull's attacking intent trouble Arsenal's defence, or will the champions' quality prevail?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/06/epl-iroegbunam-upbeat-hull-city-can-upset-arsenal-at-emirates/