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:
49. Sunderland fans
Sunderland fans at Preston North End in the Championship on Saturday. Photo: Frank Reid
50. Sunderland fans
Sunderland fans at Preston North End in the Championship on Saturday. Photo: Frank Reid
51. Sunderland fans
Sunderland were beaten in front of a high away crowd at Deepdale on Saturday – and our cameras were in attendance to capture the action. Photo: Frank Reid