The football clockwatch on the first weekend of the new season delivered thrilling action across the leagues.

Championship Highlights:

• Birmingham City fought back with a late equaliser against Bristol City, ending in a dramatic 2-2 draw, thanks to a penalty from Demarai Gray in added time.
• Dominic Ballard put Bristol City ahead with a goal, but Jhon Solis had a potential equaliser ruled out due to offside interference.
• Millwall secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Norwich City, with Luke Cundle and Tairyk Arconte shining.

Premier League Shock:

• In a surprising upset, Hull City triumphed over Manchester United with a scoreline of 2-0 in their first match back in the top flight after nine years. Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy scored, turning expectations on their head.

Other Results:

• Lincoln City lost to Portsmouth 1-3.
• Ipswich Town faced Sunderland and Everton challenged Crystal Palace in other fixtures.

Match Previews:

• Line-ups for Nottingham Forest against Leeds United and Brentford hosting Tottenham Hotspur were announced, setting the stage for more exciting clashes.

The season kicked off with a bang, showcasing unexpected results and fierce competition as teams vie for glory.