Overview
- David Strelec struck first before Alex Gilbert, Morgan Whittaker and Riley McGree added three more in a 12-minute first-half burst, with Hull’s Joe Gelhardt replying from the spot after the break.
- The victory left Middlesbrough five points clear of third-placed Millwall and seven off leaders Coventry.
- Head coach Kim Hellberg praised an "amazing" first half and highlighted his team’s control and game management in the second period.
- Hull’s season-long defensive troubles worsened as their goals conceded reached 34, with Sergej Jakirovic pointing to repeated errors.
- Alex Gilbert and Hayden Hackney earned top local ratings, and Whittaker’s run moved to four goals in four matches.