Spilled a fairly routine cross for Isaak Davies’ goal, though Sunderland were adamant that he was fouled by Salech and that a free kick should therefore have been given. Then made one astoundingly good save to deny Salech in the second half and stop his team from falling behind. 5 placeholder image
Spilled a fairly routine cross for Isaak Davies’ goal, though Sunderland were adamant that he was fouled by Salech and that a free kick should therefore have been given. Then made one astoundingly good save to deny Salech in the second half and stop his team from falling behind. 5 | Frank Reid

Phil Smith's Sunderland player rating photos with two 8s in Cardiff City victory - gallery

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By Phil Smith

Sunderland AFC Writer

Published 8th Mar 2025, 17:00 GMT
Updated 8th Mar 2025, 17:20 GMT

Sunderland beat Cardiff City 2-1 at the Stadium of Light on Saturday afternoon

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...

Didn’t see a huge amount of the ball and was a little wasteful at times, but really good to see him back on the pitch. 5

13. Tommy Watson

Didn’t see a huge amount of the ball and was a little wasteful at times, but really good to see him back on the pitch. 5 Photo: Stu Forster

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His cross/shot was converted by Mepham from a couple of yards. Ran the channels well and offered a threat. 6

14. Wilson Isidor

His cross/shot was converted by Mepham from a couple of yards. Ran the channels well and offered a threat. 6 | Frank Reid

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