Sunderland faced Brentford in the Carabao Cup Round of 16 at the Stadium of Light on October 28, 2026. Jules Ahoka featured in the match, and speculation has arisen about whether he and fellow youngster Jocelin Ta Bi could emerge as surprise performers — or "bolters" — for the club.
Sunderland's Ahoka and Ta Bi in Spotlight as Potential 'Bolters'
