TALBI POST DERBY

Chemsdine Talbi was glad to help Sunderland come back to win 2-1 in the derby, and said that when he signed for the club this was the game he was waiting for.

WHAT AN EXPERIENCE

“I think it’s one of the best matches I’ve ever seen or played in my life. I really appreciate it - I have no words!”

KEPT PUSHING

“The game is 90 minutes so you need to keep pushing til the end. Today we showed our character and spirit. Thanks to the fans, they gave us an extra boost of energy. I’m really happy.”

EQUALISER

“We work a lot on set pieces in training. Yes, I was there to get the second ball at the right moment and I just tapped it into the net.”

CAREER HIGHLIGHT

“Of course it is a big moment to score, a big game to score in. I’m just really happy.”

MANAGE EMOTIONS

“Like I said, it’s 90 minutes so, with or without the emotions, you need to focus on the game and focus on getting the three points.”

STAND-OUT FIXTURE

“I was waiting for these two games. I’m just so happy to be part of this team and have the opportunity to play these types of games.”

FANS

“There are no words. I hope they enjoyed it at the end. How they push us, thank you so much. I really appreciate it.”