Jason Cummings’ first half strike was enough for the hosts, with Phil Parkinson’s side now winless in their last three away game. But who shone and struggled for the Black Cats at the Montgomery Waters Meadow? Our chief Sunderland AFC writer, Phil Smith, has dished out his player ratings – scroll down and click through the pages to see how he rated the individual performances:
1. Luke O'Nien
Almost found an equaliser late on, showing fantastic desire to get on the end of a deflected cross and head onto the post. Rarely beaten defensively but not at his most threatening in possession. 6 Photo: FRANK REID
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2. Denver Hume
Got into some excellent attacking positions and attacked space well, but couldn’t quite deliver the final ball that his team needed. 6 Photo: FRANK REID
3. Jordan Willis
Another controlled defensive performance, giving little chance to the Shrewsbury attack. Great pace to snuff out the danger on numerous occasions. 6 Photo: Frank Reid
4. Max Power
Very unlucky to be denied by O’Leary late on, turning his ferocious effort onto the crossbar. Moved the ball relatively well and crisply throughout. 6 Photo: FRANK REID