The Black Cats took a first-half lead when Joe Gelhart received Amad’s pass before converting with a low effort past goalkeeper Tomas Vacilk.
Sunderland had chances to double their lead before the break but were pegged back just before the hour mark, with Josh Koroma’s deflected effort beating Anthony Patterson.
Here’s how Phil Smith rated the Sunderland players against Huddersfield:
13. Tom Watson (sub) - N/A
An incredible moment for the 16-year-old to make his senior debut, though wasn’t able to get on the ball in his three-minute spell. Start of a bright career. N/A Photo: National World
14. Joe Anderson (sub) - N/A
Only had one or two touches after replacing Batth late on. N/A Photo: Jeremy Ng
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