Did what he had to with minimum fuss, a smart early save from Bowen and an excellent one late when Isidor nodded back towards goal. Comfy on the ball and dealt with set pieces. Solid. 7 placeholder image
Did what he had to with minimum fuss, a smart early save from Bowen and an excellent one late when Isidor nodded back towards goal. Comfy on the ball and dealt with set pieces. Solid. 7 | Getty Images

Phil Smith's Sunderland AFC player ratings with three 8s and 7s galore in West Ham win

Phil Smith
By Phil Smith

Sunderland AFC Writer

Published 16th Aug 2025, 17:02 GMT
Updated 16th Aug 2025, 18:13 GMT

Sunderland made a stunning return to the Premier League with a win over West Ham United

Sunderland made a stunning start to their Premier League campaign by beating West Ham United 3-0.

Goals from Eliezer Mayenda, Dan Ballard and Wilson Isidor in the second half secured a dominant win. Here’s how we rated all of the Black Cats involved...

Took his goal so well. Strong cameo. 7

13. Wilson Isidor

Took his goal so well. Strong cameo. 7 | Chris Fryatt

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Late cameo after the third. N/A

14. Chris Rigg

Late cameo after the third. N/A | Chris Rigg, Nectar Triantis and Leo Hjelde. Photo by Ian Horrocks.

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Worked really hard on the left flank to protect Reinildo. Selfless player. 6

15. Enzo Le Fee

Worked really hard on the left flank to protect Reinildo. Selfless player. 6 | Photo by Chris Fryatt.

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