We've got a real chance this season

COYLE DELIVERS UPBEAT MESSAGE

- By BARRY COOPER

Lewie Coyle believes his hometown club have a real chance of success this season, as they look to continue their fine start to the new Championship campaign.

The Hull City skipper and his teammates return to action at QPR on Saturday and go into that game at Loftus Road sitting fifth in the league and looking to consolidate their playoff place.

City went into the break with a fifth home victory of the season, in what was their fifth win in the last seven games.

Their impressive form is a far cry from the struggles of last term, which saw the Tigers survive on a dramatic final day in Portsmouth.

Key to that turnaround has been the arrival of Sergej Jakirovic, and a remarkable summer transfer window despite the club working under strict restrictions placed on them by the EFL, with spirits as high as they have been for some time amongst supporters.