Hull's survival hopes were dented as relegated Sunderland secured their first win since February to bring a surprising and untimely end to Marco Silva's long unbeaten home run.
The Portuguese's January appointment at the KCOM Stadium raised eyebrows but has worked wonders, bringing hope to embattled City thanks largely to their superb home performances.
But they emerged pointless from their match against David Moyes' relegated side as second-half goals from Billy Jones and Jermain Defoe ended Sunderland's 91-day wait for a win, with the 2-0 reverse Silva's first home loss in three years.
It was an awful time for the Portuguese's 41-match unbeaten home run to come to an end, giving Swansea a chance to usurp them with victory in the late kick-off against Everton.
Hull City 0-2 Sunderland
