The Black Cats fell behind in the 25th minute when Mads Frokjaer’s effort deflected into Sunderland’s net off Will Keane, as goalkeeper Anthony Patterson was wrong-footed.
Sunderland responded well, as Jack Clarke won and converted a penalty just six minutes later, but couldn’t maintain their momentum in the second half.
Frokjaer then scored the winner just before the hour mark after a low finish past goalkeeper Anthony Patterson.Here, we take a look at the best fan photos from throughout the day:
1. Sunderland fans
Sunderland fans at Preston North end as the Black Cats lost 2-1 at Deepdale in the Championship. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Sunderland fans
Sunderland fans at Preston North end as the Black Cats lost 2-1 at Deepdale in the Championship. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Sunderland fans
Sunderland fans at Preston North end as the Black Cats lost 2-1 at Deepdale in the Championship. Photo: Frank Reid
4. Sunderland fans
Sunderland fans at Preston North end as the Black Cats lost 2-1 at Deepdale in the Championship. Photo: Frank Reid