Phil Brown is looking forward to the future after celebrating the third anniversary of his appointment as Hull boss.

Brown took caretaker charge at the KC Stadium three years ago on Friday but his future in the job seemed uncertain at the start of November.

Brown, who guided Hull to promotion in 2008 before a difficult past year, reflected on his time in charge.

He said: "It has been brilliant, first class.

"There have been highs and lows and to get to the highs you have to sample the lows, unfortunately, but I am looking forward to the fourth year."

Hull's recent upturn in fortunes has coincided with the return of Adam Pearson for a second spell as chairman.

He said: "It is a working relationship like any chairman to a manager.

"As a leader Adam has been there, seen it and done it. He has got the great experience of the previous regime at Hull City and we have fitted in nicely together. Hopefully that will continue."