Hull City vs Swansea City Prediction: Swansea's impressive form in the latter part of the season has placed them in the running for a playoff spot

Hull City is set to host Swansea City on Saturday at the MKM Stadium. Who will come out on top after 90 minutes? 

Hull City form

In the months of February and March, Swansea's poor form suggested that Russell Martin was on the brink of losing his job. However, the faith put in him has paid off, with a run of six wins and one draw in their last seven matches keeping them in the playoff race. Though realistically, they must win their remaining two matches against Hull and West Bromwich Albion and rely on other teams' results to make it to the playoffs. Nevertheless, this is a scenario Swansea would have been content with just a few weeks ago. In their latest victory, they defeated Norwich City 3-0, with two goals scored before their opponents received a red card. Swansea has managed to keep five clean sheets during their recent unbeaten run and will be confident of adding another when they face their upcoming opponents.

Hull City Predicted lineup

Darlow; Coyle, McLoughlin, Greaves, Elder; Seri, Slater; Sayyadmanesh, Tufan, Vaughan; Traore

Swansea City Form

Despite showing improvement under the leadership of Liam Rosenior, Hull City's goal-scoring record has been poor, having only scored seven times in the last seven matches with four of those goals coming in a single match. The team suffered a 3-1 defeat against Middlesbrough but bounced back with a 1-0 win against struggling Watford at the MKM Stadium, courtesy of a first-half penalty. The team has kept four clean sheets in the last six games. While their aim is to catch up with Watford who are currently in 13th place, their priority is to secure a position no lower than 15th, which would be a remarkable achievement given their time spent in the relegation zone.

Swansea City possible lineup

Fisher; Latibeaudiere, Cabango, Wood, Manning; Grimes, Ntcham; Cullen, Cundle, Paterson; Piroe

Hull City vs Swansea City Expert Tips

Swansea's impressive form in the latter part of the season has placed them in the running for a playoff spot, with a mere three points separating them from the top six. With only two games remaining, and several teams in the mix for a place in the congested top six, it is expected that the Swans will do just enough to secure a win and keep their chances of promotion alive. Expect more than 2.5 goals in the game.