Chemsdine Talbi has provided Sunderland with fresh attacking alternatives.
The winger scored the decisive goal against Hull City.
His 71st-minute strike secured a narrow Carabao Cup victory on Tuesday.
Le Bris Evaluates Central Role
Deployed centrally behind the striker, Talbi thrived.
Régis Le Bris praised the player following sweeping squad rotation.
Speaking to The Leader, the manager reflects on the tactical shift.
“I was also interested by this new position because I feel he can play off the left and play off the right. He showed in the past he can be a good winger but also just under the striker.”
Exploiting Stadium Of Light Spaces
Substitute Thomas Meunier created the breakthrough before lifting the ball forward for Talbi to chase.
The attacker accelerated past the backline and calmly lobbed the goalkeeper.
Le Bris added: “He has this space and this ability to exploit big spaces.”
This flexibility arrives at a crucial point as the squad must navigate a knee injury to Romaine Mundle.
Talbi maintaining his composure centrally strengthens options significantly.
Hull Manager Evaluates Close Contest
Hull manager Sergej Jakirovic felt the tie remained tight.
He spoke to The Leader: “I think we played a 50-50 game today. We had some good actions, Sunderland also had some good actions,”
Sunderland return to Premier League action against Arsenal on Saturday.
