Sunderland recorded their first win of the season after a 2-1 victory over Rotherham – but how did each player fare at the Stadium of Light?
The Black Cats fell a goal down when Hakeem Odoffin opened the scoring with a neat finish in the 20th minute, yet Tony Mowbray’s side reacted well, drawing level courtesy of Jobe Bellingham’s header two minutes later.
Bellingham then scored again shortly after half-time, converting from inside the box after he was set up by Bradley Dack.
Here’s how Phil Smith rated the Sunderland players at the Stadium of Light:
5. Dennis Cirkin - 7
Picked up a silly yellow card early on but it had little impact on his performance. Defended really well under physical pressure and showed his power to break forward regularly. A strong performer, again. 7 Photo: Frank Reid
6. Dan Neil - 8
Another very accomplished performance. An excellent, clever assist for Jobe’s opener and got into good areas throughout the game. Barely gave it away throughout. 8 Photo: Frank Reid
7. Pierre Ekwah - 6
Is being asked to play a more disciplined role this season and still doesn’t quite look at his most influential. Tidied up well at times and played a part in the second goal with a good interception and then sharp pass. 6 Photo: Frank Reid
8. Jobe Bellingham - 8
Rewarded for being the player who got into those goalscoring positions, and the second in particular was a smart finish even if Johansson got a hand to it. Impressive performance, and only a strong block prevented him from landing a hat-trick. 8 Photo: Frank Reid