Sunderland secures quarter-final spot with 3-2 win over Brentford
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 6:32 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Sunderland advanced to the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup after a 3-2 victory against Brentford on October 28, 2026, at the Stadium of Light. Malick Fofana starred by scoring the third goal, while Jocelin Ta Bi contributed significantly with multiple assists. The young Sunderland side displayed resilience but also exhibited moments of naivety, especially near the end of the match. Post-match analysis emphasized the squad's depth and future potential ahead of their Premier League return on Saturday.
- •Sunderland defeats Brentford 3-2 in the Carabao Cup.
- •Malick Fofana scores the decisive third goal.
- •Jocelin Ta Bi plays a key role with multiple assists.
- •Sunderland showcased depth with eleven changes in the lineup.
- •Next match is crucial for Premier League standings.
- 6:32 AMYahoo Sports — 2 Up, 2 Down: Sunderland See Off Brentford In A Carabao Cracker
"The Lads edged into the quarter finals with a 3-2 win over the Bees. What did our writers make of it?
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