Sunderland 1 Blackburn 5: Highlights after Sammie Szmodics goals in big win for visitors

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How it played out as Sunderland were thumped 5-1 by Blackburn at the Stadium of Light.

Sunderland were thumped 5-1 by Blackburn at the Stadium of Light in the Championship.

Mike Dodds’ side fell two goals down in the first half after a brace from Sammie Szmodics. The visitors then quickly put the game beyond doubt as Ryan Hedges and Tyhys Dolen got on the scoresheet within nine minutes of the restart.

Chris Rigg did pull a goal back for the hosts, before Blackburn substitute Andrew Moran made it 5-1 nine minutes from time. Here’s how the game played out:

Sunderland vs Blackburn

87' Blackburn fans ole-ing

The away fans are ole-ing their side's passes.

It's been a dismal afternoon for Sunderland.

Four minutes added time

Four minutes added on.

90+2' Dack shot saved

Clarke sets up Dack, whose low effort is saved by Pears.

FULL-TIME: SUNDERLAND 1 BLACKBURN 5

Reaction from the Stadium of Light.

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