Kicking was frustrating in the first half with a fair few flying out of play, but his brilliant early save to deny Anthony was a massive moment in the game. His handling and decision making from crosses and set pieces was also very good. 7 | Frank Reid

placeholder image — Kicking was frustrating in the first half with a fair few flying out of play, but his brilliant early save to deny Anthony was a massive moment in the game. His handling and decision making from crosses and set pieces was also very good. 7 | Frank Reid

Phil Smith's Sunderland player rating photos with five 7s in Burnley draw despite late heartache - gallery

By Phil Smith

Sunderland AFC Writer

Published 17th Jan 2025, 22:09 GMT

Updated 18th Jan 2025, 11:39 GMT

Sunderland impressed at Burnley but missed two late penalties

Sunderland were held to a 0-0 draw at Turf Moor despite an excellent performance.

James Trafford saved two late penalties from Wilson Isidor, while a stunning CJ Egan-Riley block prevented Eliezer Mayenda from scoring. Isidor had hit the post earlier in the half, with Anthony Patterson in strong form early on to deny Jaidon Anthony.

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13. Dan Ballard

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Phil Smith's Sunderland player rating photos with five 7s in Burnley draw despite late heartache - gallery

Sunderland impressed at Burnley but missed two late penalties

13. Dan Ballard

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