Jakirovic set to ring the changes

CITY AIM TO MAKE RARE CUP PROGRESS

- By BARRY COOPER

Head coach Sergej Jakirovic will make changes to his Hull City side as the Tigers look to enjoy a rare night of cup success against a club who have enjoyed plenty of highs in recent years.

The Tigers face Wrexham, looking to build on their deserved opening day stalemate at Coventry City, and get past the first round of the Carabao Cup for the first time in five years.

Wrexham's sensational journey in recent seasons has seen them secure three promotions on the spin to go from the National League to the Championship under the guidance of ex-City boss Phil Parkinson, who has clocked up 1,000 games as a manager.

After losing 2-1 in their opener at Southampton on Saturday, the hosts will be keen for a response in their opening home game.

Jakirovic handed debuts to Semi Ajayi and Joel Ndala, before bringing on Oliver McBurnie and Joe Gelhardt late on in the second half against the Sky Blues.