Man City legend and TNT Sports pundit’s son, 17, makes Carabao Cup debut in stunning 3-2 win

THE son of a Manchester City legend and TNT Sports pundit made his senior debut in a stunning Carabao Cup win. Barnsley came from behind to beat Crewe Alexandra 3-2 on an eventful night at Oakwell. Barnsley reshared a video of Tayo Dunne from last November Credit: X / BarnsleyFC The youngster made his Tykes debut in the Carabao Cup win over Crewe on Tuesday Credit: X / BarnsleyFC And as well as the League One side progressing to round three, it was a special evening for a certain 17-year-old. Midfielder Tayo Dunne came on for the final five minutes to make his Barnsley bow. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! He completed all three of his attempted passes and – despite Crewe pulling one back in the 89th minute – helped his side hold on to advance. Tayo is the son of ex-City, Everton, Aston Villa and QPR defender Richard Dunne. Dunne Sr, 46, made 431 Premier League appearances – infamously scoring a record ten own goals – and earned 80 caps for Ireland. His son has already represented the country too, featuring for the Republic of Ireland at Under-15 level. And Dunne Jr gave an insight into what it has been like trying to follow in his father’s footsteps. Speaking to Barnsley’s in-house media last November – in a clip the Tykes put back out after his debut – Tayo said: “I was at Stockport before I came here and I lived over in Monaco before, playing for Monaco and a local team as well. Most read in Football SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET UP TO £100 BONUS “Obviously, the football is very different – it’s a lot more physical over here. “Because of the heat there, there’s not as much running, it’s a bit slower and more technical. “Obviously, it’s a lot different living in Barnsley than it is in Monaco but I’m adapting well.” On his dad’s influence, Dunne Jr added: “He’s been really helpful, coming to every game, watching them all back with me, helping out a lot. Richard Dunne played more than 430 times in the Premier League Credit: Action Images – Reuters Dunne Sr has passed on plenty of wisdom to his son Tayo Credit: Sportsfile – Subscription “I have to say thanks for everything. “I’ve always loved football. I don’t really know anything about anything else – I’m really not good at anything else. “I’m doing alright in football, so hopefully I can go far.” And Barnsley fans were loving the unearthed video – not least because of the physical resemblance between the father and son. One said: “I bet his dad Richard is proud.” Another wrote: “What a champ.” And a final user replied: “He’s the spit of his dad!” Comment now