The match between Queens Park Rangers and Hull City took place on 16 August 2014 and was be the first match of the 2014-15 season for both clubs. The match took place at QPR's Loftus Road stadium. The match marked QPR's return to the Premier League after being promoted following the victory in the Championship play-off final over Derby County. Ferdinand, Caulker and Mutch all made their QPR débuts in the match.