Sunderland defeats Watford in last League Cup match at Roker Park
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On September 24, 1996, Sunderland secured a 1-0 victory over Watford in the Coca Cola Cup second round at Roker Park. Martin Scott scored in the sixth minute, contributing to Sunderland's strong performance, which extended their unbeaten home run. The win marked the last League Cup game held at the historic venue, with Sunderland advancing to face Spurs in the next round. Niall Quinn’s absence due to a knee injury was balanced by other players stepping up in key positions.
- •Sunderland won 1-0 against Watford in the second leg
- •Martin Scott scored the only goal of the match
- •The win marked the last League Cup game at Roker Park
- •Niall Quinn was injured, but other players performed well
- •Sunderland advanced to play Spurs in the next round
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — OTD: (24/09/1996) Sunderland Claim Victory In Last Ever League Cup Game At Roker
"A goal and a new mountain bike made for a good night’s work for Martin Scott.
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