Brady stars but Hull crash out

Hull’s first Europa League campaign ended in disappointment at the play-off stage after a vital away goal for Lokeren saw the Belgian side through at the KC Stadium last night — despite Ireland’s Robbie Brady’s best efforts.

Having been beaten 1-0 in the first leg, Hull needed a convincing win at home but while a brace from Irish international Robbie Brady was enough to ensure a 2-1 victory on the night, Jordan Remacle’s strike proved crucial in separating the sides.

The Tigers’ hopes of finding an all-important third that would have swung the game back in their favour went up in smoke in the 72nd minute when Ivorian striker Yannick Sagbo was sent off.