Sunderland vs Hull City – Predicted lineup and team news

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·8 September 2026

Sunderland vs Hull City – Predicted lineup and team news

Sunderland are set to host Hull City at the Stadium of Light on Tuesday, with both Premier League clubs locking horns in a third-round EFL Cup tie.

The Black Cats have recovered nicely after suffering a loss on the opening weekend of the Premier League season against Ipswich Town. From their next two league games, Sunderland collected four points, beginning with a tight 1-0 win at home against Fulham and then earning a late 1-1 draw on the road at Brentford thanks to an Enzo Le Fée penalty last Saturday. Because they qualified for the Europa League, this game represents Sunderland’s first appearance in this campaign’s EFL Cup.

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Sunderland team news

Manager Régis Le Bris is ready to make major changes to his starting XI after a busy start to the domestic season and with Europa League fixtures approaching.

A significant reshuffle is anticipated, with as many as nine or ten alterations likely. Between the posts, Melker Ellborg is expected to come in for Robin Roefs to gain important playing time.

At the back, Omar Alderete may return to the side and join Luke O’Nien in central defence, while Trai Hume could take over at right-back after being left on the bench at the weekend.

This cup match offers an ideal chance to bring in summer signings, with marquee deadline-day arrival Malick Fofana and midfielder Jules Ahoka both in contention to make their first competitive starts for Sunderland.

On the downside, the team has suffered a setback as midfielder Habib Diarra will miss the next two months because of a hamstring problem.