Sunderland came from two goals down to win 3-2 at Gateshead in a pre-season friendly - with a mixture of first-team and academy players involved.
Despite a bright start, the Black Cats found themselves two goals behind after Connor Pani’s deflected effort and an excellent strike from Adam Campbell in the 23rd minute.
Dan Neil pulled a goal back for Sunderland before half-time, while second-half goals from Niall Huggins and substitute Michael Spellman turned the game around.
Here’s how each Sunderland player fared:
1. Alex Bass - 6
Was beaten by a deflected effort and excellent strike. Had to be ready to receive the ball as Sunderland tried to play out from the back.6 Photo: Martin Swinney
2. Trai Hume - 6
Allowed Pani to cut inside before the ball took an unfortunate defection for Gateshead’s opener. Was generally quick to close down the opposition and help Sunderland win the ball back. 6 Photo: Frank Reid
3. Zak Johnson - 7
Prevented a few Gateshead counter attacks and looked relatively comfortable on the ball. An encouraging performance from the 18-year-old. 7 Photo: Frank Reid
4. Dan Ballard - 7
Swept up danger well and was confident stepping out with the ball from the back. Was substituted just after the hour mark. 7 Photo: Frank Reid