Sunderland’s under-21s came from behind to beat a strong Liverpool side 2-1 at Eppleton CW – but how did each player fare?
The young Black Cats fell behind after Lewis Koumas opened the scoring for Liverpool, yet goals from Harrison Jones and Timur Tutierov gave Graeme Murty’s side all three points. The result means Sunderland have qualified for the knockout stages of Premier League 2 .
Here’s how each Sunderland player fared:
1. Adam Richardson - 7
Couldn’t do much about Liverpool’s opener. Was alert tip tip a couple of efforts over the bar when he was called upon. 7 Photo: Frank Reid
2. Ellis Taylor - 8
Started his first game since January and impressed at right-back. Created a few chances when he was able to get forward. Almost created a goal when Tutierov headed the full-back’s free-kick onto the crossbar. 8 Photo: Frank Reid
3. Henry Fieldson - 6
Made an early error which led to Liverpool’s opener when he hesitated on the ball. Recovered well and managed to contain Liverpool forward Jayden Danns. 6 Photo: National World
4. Luke Bell - 8
Almost got on the scoresheet when he made a late foray forward. Kept trying to play out from the back and positioned himself well to stop Liverpool’s attackers. 8 Photo: National World