'A tough night': Phil Smith's Sunderland player ratings after Middlesbrough defeat and Ross Stewart injury
Sunderland were beaten 1-0 at Middlesbrough in the Championship – but how did each player fare for Tony Mowbray’s side?
Boro’s Riley McGree scored the only goal of the game in the 25th minute when he converted Ryan Giles’ low cross.
Sunderland suffered a big injury blow before the match as top scorer Ross Stewart was forced to withdraw from the starting XI due to an injury.
The Black Cats will now prepare for Saturday’s home game against Millwall.
Our chief Sunderland writer Phil Smith has dished out his player ratings from the Riverside Stadium:
The Black Cats will now prepare for Saturday’s home game against Millwall.
13. Amad Diallo (sub) - 5
Got into one brilliant position but tried to find Simms with a backheel rather than taking the shot on. Definitely has a bit of pace. 5 Photo: Emilio Andreoli
15. Leon Dajaku (sub) - N/A
Came on at wing back and never had the chance to drive it as his marker. 5 Photo: Frank Reid