Tony Mowbray’s side dominated possession but fell behind on the stroke of half-time as former striker Nathan Broadhead opened the scoring.
George Hurst then added a second for the visitors shortly after the break, before Sunderland defender Trai Hume was sent off for receiving a second yellow card.
Dan Neil did pull a goal back for the hosts in the closing stages but it was too little too late. Here, though, we take a look at the best photos of Sunderland fans throughout the day courtesy of our photographer Frank Reid.
69. Sunderland fans
Sunderland lost 2-1 against Ipswich Town at the Stadium of Light on Sunday with our cameras in attendance to capture the action. Photo: FRANK REID 2022
70. Sunderland fans
Sunderland lost 2-1 against Ipswich Town at the Stadium of Light on Sunday with our cameras in attendance to capture the action. Photo: FRANK REID 2022
71. Sunderland fans
Sunderland lost 2-1 against Ipswich Town at the Stadium of Light on Sunday with our cameras in attendance to capture the action. Photo: FRANK REID 2022
72. Sunderland fans
Sunderland lost 2-1 against Ipswich Town at the Stadium of Light on Sunday with our cameras in attendance to capture the action. Photo: FRANK REID 2022