Hull FC have already won five more games this season than in their entire 2024 Super League campaign Betfred Super League Salford Red Devils (6) 6 Tries:HankinsonGoals:Hankinson Hull FC (14) 38 Tries:Cust, Martin, Litten, Eseh, Hardaker, Briscoe, BarronGoals:Hardaker 3, Charles 2 Hull FC moved back into Super League's play-off positions as they saw off a spirited Salford Red Devils. The visitors took the two points to climb to sixth, but this was harder work than the scoreline suggests at Salford Community Stadium. The gap was only eight points at the interval after tries from Cade Cust, Lewis Martin and Davy Litten with Chris Hankinson crossing for Salford's sole try. But Hull took control in the second half as Sam Eseh, Zak Hardaker, Tom Briscoe and Harvey Barron added another four tries. Salford stay bottom, but they are now two points adrift of Huddersfield after the Giants' surprise winat Warrington Wolveson Saturday. It has been a dispiriting and troubling season for Salford with huge financial problems regarding the club's ownership, unpaid wages and major player departures. But the beleaguered Red Devils face their most important fixture on Wednesday - a meeting with HMRC over a potential winding-up order. Against that backdrop, they started this game with four debutants, all of them having joined on loan within the past seven days, taking their total for players used this season to 55. Despite their new look, the Red Devils actually started well although Cust scored from Hull's first real attacking position. However, Hankinson's good hands allowed him to level the scores as the home side showed commendable spirit. But Martin's 12th Super League try of 2025 and one from Litten turned the match back in Hull's favour towards the end of the first half. And the Airlie Birds were dominant in the second period as they reinforced their superiority early on as Eseh cut through for a powerful score, and then Hardaker, operating in the forwards, burrowed over. Briscoe ran in for a simple try after Salford lost the ball in their own half, before Barron grabbed a seventh and final try with some wonderful winger's athleticism close to the corner flag. As Hull continue to chase a play-off spot for the first time since 2020, Salford's focus is all on events on Wednesday and securing their immediate future. Salford Red Devils:Connell; Vaughan, Hankinson, S Hill, Marsters; Warren, Brierley; Ormondroyd, Robb, C Hill, Foster, Russell, Shorrocks. Interchanges:Bullock, Wilson, Rugless, Whitehead. Hull FC:Rapana; Barron, Briscoe, Litten, Martin; Cust, Sezer; Ese'ese, Bourouh, Knight, Hardaker, Chamberlain, Aydin. Interchanges:Ashworth, Eseh, Fash, Charles. Referee:Tom Grant.
Hull FC into top six with win at struggling Salford
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Hull FC secured a vital victory against the struggling Salford Red Devils, moving them into the Super League play-off positions for the first time this season. The match, held at the Salford Community Stadium, showcased a resilient performance from both teams, although Hull ultimately dominated in the second half. The visitors scored first with Cade Cust finding the try line, but Salford quickly equalized through Chris Hankinson. Despite the home team's spirited efforts, Hull regained control as Lewis Martin and Davy Litten scored before halftime, establishing a solid lead. The score at the interval was a narrow 14-6 in favor of Hull, indicating that Salford had not given up without a fight, especially considering their ongoing financial troubles and a makeshift squad featuring four debutants who had joined on loan just days before the match.
In the second half, Hull FC showcased their strength and depth as they added four more tries to their tally, with Sam Eseh, Zak Hardaker, Tom Briscoe, and Harvey Barron all crossing the line. This offensive surge reflected Hull's determination to secure a play-off spot, a goal they have not achieved since 2020. Meanwhile, Salford's plight deepened as they remained at the bottom of the league and faced an impending meeting with HMRC regarding a potential winding-up order. The Red Devils' season has been marred by financial instability, unpaid wages, and significant player departures, leading to a total of 55 players used this season. As the season progresses, Hull FC aims to build on this momentum, while Salford must focus on their immediate future and the crucial challenges that lie ahead.
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