Sunderland defeated Wolves 5-0 in the Premier League 2 at the Academy of Light on Friday afternoon.
Goals came from Timur Tutierov, Ahmed Abdullahi, Rhys Walsh, Jaydon Jones and Finn Geragusian as the Black Cats endured a tricky opening first 20 minutes before eventually exerting their dominance over their opponents.
Murty named first-team duo Jenson Seelt and Ahmed Abdullahi in his starting XI to face Wolves at the Academy of Light in the Premier League 2, with both players working their way back from long-term injuries, though there was no place for usual captain Harrison Jones, who is expected to be with the first-team again this weekend.
It is a similar story with highly-rated hot-shot striker Trey Ogunsuyi, who was not included in Murty’s squad to face Wolves in the Premier League 2. Like Harrison Jones, he is expected to form part of Le Bris’ senior squad for the game against Watford at the Stadium of Light in the Championship on Saturday afternoon.
Here, James Copley rates each Sunderland under-21s player after the game against Wolves:
9. Rhys Walsh
Netted the Black Cats’ third in the second half and was a constant threat and also chipped in with an assist. Showed his pace throughout and is always a willing runner. 8 | Frank Reid
10. Timur Tutierov
Scored Sunderland’s opening goal with a superb run and finish from the left on his right foot. Great pace shown to beat two Wolves defenders. 8 | Ben Cuthbertson
11. Ahmed Abdullahi
Saw a decent effort saved in the first half. Showed impressive pace throughout and netted his first goal in red and white to double Sunderland’s lead in the first half with a lovely finish. Battled well to win the ball initially. Withdrawn at half time. 8 | BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images
12. Finn Geragusian
Assisted Walsh's goal. He looks a real handful and scored Sunderland’s fifth. Brilliant performance after being subbed on at half-time for Ahmed Abdullahi. Crazy that he is still only 17-years-old. Clearly has a bright future. 9 | Finn Geragusian - Photo by Ben Cuthbertson Photo: Finn Geragusian - Photo by Ben Cuthbertson