Hull boss Phil Brown is keen for the KC Stadium to become a fortress, as the Tigers bid to climb out of the drop zone. Wins are vital. And as Hull's next three games - against Wolves, Chelsea and Manchester City - are all at home, Brown is looking for a decent return.

"I am still very optimistic," he said.

"Manchester United away is not a game that will define our season.

"But after the Wolves game we have Chelsea and Manchester City. That is three games at the KC Stadium.

"Our fans are proving to be a 12th man at this moment in time.

"The KC Stadium was not a fortress last season but we have to make sure it becomes one in the next week and we get something from every game."