Hull boss Phil Brown led the celebrations after his side's dramatic escape from relegation this afternoon.
The Tigers were beaten 1-0 by an under-strength Manchester United at the KC Stadium but clung on to their Premier League place courtesy of Newcastle's loss at Aston Villa. Brown went onto the pitch and sang a rendition of the supporters' "This is the best trip I've ever been on" refrain before inviting his players to embark on a lap of honour.
Hull's survival was a remarkable story with the team having taken 20 points from their first nine games but then won just two of their next 29.
Brown said: "I think everyone has expected us this season to be one of the bottom three and I think we have proved a lot of people wrong. How we have done it has been different - especially after those first nine games.
"It wasn't about the one here but the 37 before that and I don't think anyone can have any complaints.
"We got to where we got to with sheer guts, determination, drive - all of the things that have been questioned at times."
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Fantastic - Tigers staying up - it's more than you could dream of - we've been in the doldrums for so long and Hull people need a lift and now we have it. Definitely Europe the year after next!!!It's just brilliant there's no stopping us - we're on a roll!!
Well done Hull City you survived, could not have asked for more ,a squad of of good honest players,who have put a shift week in, week out, with little reward since Xmas,with a fair few decisions not given by referees did not help either
I agree with comments by chairman ,need to get some goal scorers pre-season on to books to add to existing team,Phil Brown has come in for some critism, dont all managers if things are not going right,I really like his style, he gives assurances and confidence to supporters and players ,in away he has a attitude which may seem arrogant,I remember some one like that who was a brilliant manager, Brian Clough, he did not suffer fools gladly, was direct,honest,and a great motivator
I think Phil Brown has these qualities too IMHO, good luck for next season to all at the club
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