Sunderland advances in Carabao Cup after Chemsdine Talbi goal against Hull City
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Sunderland progressed to the fourth round of the Carabao Cup on September 8 after a 1-0 victory over Hull City at the Stadium of Light. Chemsdine Talbi scored the decisive goal in the 71st minute, lobbing the goalkeeper following an assist from Thomas Meunier. The match marked Sunderland’s first win in the tournament since 2021 and handed Hull City their first defeat of the season. Manager Régis Le Bris utilized a rotated squad for the fixture, handing debuts to Dayann Methalie and Jules Ahoka, while Malick Fofana made his first start for the club. Despite an early penalty claim from Hull City that was not awarded, Sunderland maintained defensive control to secure the result.
- •Sunderland defeated Hull City 1-0 at the Stadium of Light on September 8.
- •Chemsdine Talbi scored the winning goal in the 71st minute.
- •Dayann Methalie and Jules Ahoka made their professional debuts for the club.
- •The result marks Hull City's first loss of the current season.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Matchday Musings: Sunderland Progress in the Carabao Cup After Talbi Magic
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Talking Points: Sunderland’s Fringe Players Impress in Carabao Cup Victory
"Sunderland are into the last 16 after beating Hull, but who impressed as Régis Le Bris’ much-changed side secured a first League Cup win since 2021?
"From debutants to established youngsters, who caught the eye as Sunderland’s fringe players were given their chance to shine against Hull?
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 5:00 AMMatchday Musings: Sunderland Progress in the Carabao Cup After Talbi Magic
Sunderland are into the last 16 after beating Hull, but who impressed as Régis Le Bris’ much-changed side secured a first League Cup win since 2021?
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 5:00 AMTalking Points: Sunderland’s Fringe Players Impress in Carabao Cup Victory
From debutants to established youngsters, who caught the eye as Sunderland’s fringe players were given their chance to shine against Hull?
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