The hosts saw most of the ball throughout the match, yet Tony Mowbray’s side defended admirably for large spells to keep their opponents at bay.
Sunderland even hit the bar in the second half when substitute Amad saw a deflected effort rebound off the woodwork.
Here’s how Phil Smith rated the Sunderland players at Turf Moor:
Read More... Here’s how Phil Smith rated the Sunderland players at Turf Moor:
13. Edouard Michut (sub) - 7 Brought some energy and welcome physicality to the game, snapping into some really good challenges. 7 Photo: Frank Reid
14. Isaac Lihadji (sub) - 6 Little chance to really impact the game but got through his share of running from the bench. 6 Photo: PASCAL POCHARD-CASABIANCA
15. Abdoullah Ba (sub) - 5 Fortunate to get away with a poor piece of play late on that almost let Burnley in, but did work hard to keep his sider in the game. 5 Photo: Frank Reid
16. Dennis Cirkin (sub) - 6 A brief cameo but very welcome to see him back on the pitch and moving sharply following those concussion concerns. 6 Photo: Frank Reid