Sunderland made it back-to-back Championship wins after Chris Mepham’s goal secured a 2-1 win over Sheffield Wednesday.
Eliezer Mayenda had given the hosts an early lead but they were pegged back by Isaak Davies’ half volley. Here’s how we rated the Black Cats on the day...
5. Trai Hume
Clever free kick routine led to Sunderland’s winner. Not as dangerous going forward as he has been in recent games but defended well and especially late on. 7 Photo: Getty Images
6. Dan Neil
Not quite as tidy in possession as we are used to and lost a few duels in midfield, but did create some chances with his passing. Nice bit of play won the foul from which Sunderland scored their winner. 6 | Frank Reid
7. Jobe Bellingham
Part of some lovely moves over on the left flank early in the game, dovetailing nicely with Mundle. Broke into some dangerous at times but guilty of holding onto the ball too long at times. 6 | Getty Images
8. Alan Browne
Looked really sharp on his second start since recovering from injury. Got about the pitch well, moved it quickly as Sunderland started brightly. Probably should have scored when a corner ran for him kindly. Withdrawn early in the second half as Cardiff began to get on top but another step forward for him. 7 Photo: Ben Roberts Photo