: Entering the match as a substitute in the 76th minute, Liverpool loanee Lewis Koumas made an immediate impact, sliding home the winner in the 81st minute after neat play from Kyle Joseph and Amir Hadžiahmetović.

: The win marked Hull's fourth consecutive victory , propelling them to 3rd place in the Championship standings as of late January 2026.

: The defeat extended Blackburn’s winless run to eight matches, leaving them in the relegation zone (22nd) at the time of the fixture.

Catch the defining moments of these clashes, including the Koumas debut goal and the dramatic FA Cup shootout:

: Hull captain Lewie Coyle reached a significant personal milestone during this match, making his 200th league appearance for the Tigers. Previous 2025/26 Meetings

The two sides have faced off multiple times this season with varying results:

: Hull City progressed to the fourth round after a tense penalty shootout victory (4-3) following a goalless draw at the MKM Stadium.