Hull City's Carabao Cup campaign continues with a trip to face Sunderland in the third round this Tuesday. The Premier League side will look to extend their unbeaten start to the season at the Stadium of Light in a 7:45pm kick-off.
Sergej Jakirovic's team have made a remarkable beginning to life in the top flight, sitting third in the Premier League with seven points from three games. Their form reads DWW, and they are the only side yet to concede a goal, having scored three themselves. That leaves them just two points behind leaders Manchester City. This cup tie offers a different challenge as they prepare for a crucial league fixture against Chelsea this weekend.
Where to watch Hull City at Sunderland
Tuesday's cup match will be broadcast live via Sky Sports+. Supporters can stream the action through the official Sky Sports app or on NOW TV with a valid subscription. For those following locally, BBC Radio Humberside will provide live audio commentary. The Yorkshire Post reported the broadcast arrangements for this all-Premier League encounter.
How has Hull City started the season?
The Tigers have been formidable in their opening fixtures. They secured impressive victories over Manchester United and Coventry City, before holding Aston Villa to a goalless draw at the MKM Stadium. Their path to this cup round included a second-round victory over Stoke City. This solid foundation provides confidence, but the squad is managing some injury concerns. Key players Charlie Hughes, Darko Gyabi, Jack Butland, and Óscar Zambrano are currently sidelined, which may influence team selection for the cup. You can check the latest availability on our injuries page.
What has the manager said about team selection?
Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovic indicated he would use the cup to assess his squad while fielding a competitive team. "We will try through the Carabao Cup to improve some things, to see some new players, because I'm watching them on television," Jakirovic said. "And also, I need to know them better. It's a great opportunity for them. But we will put the best XI out for Tuesday." This suggests a blend of experimentation and a serious intent to progress in the competition.
What comes next after the Carabao Cup?
Immediately following this cup tie, Hull City's focus will shift back to the Premier League. They face a tough away match against Chelsea, who are fourth in the table, on September 12. That fixture is part of a demanding schedule that the club's current standings position has earned. The full run of upcoming games is listed on our fixtures page. A positive result at Sunderland could provide further momentum ahead of that Stamford Bridge test. The team's next assignment is a Premier League clash at Chelsea on Saturday.
