It was the first game of the mini tour to Portugal but they couldn’t find a winner against a Benfica B side. To view Phil’s player ratings from Portugal simply scroll down and click through our picture gallery. Sunderland are next in action again on Saturday night before heading home to continue their preparations for the new season in League One.
5. GRANT LEADBITTER....6
A good contest in midfield and Leadbitter looked in good order. Some good switches of play and some firm challenges. 6 Photo: FRANK REID 2019
6. CHRIS MAGUIRE ....6
Went close with a good free-kick towards the end of the first half and played his part in some dangerous breaks, but had his fair share of frustrating moments on the ball. 6 Photo: Ian Horrocks
7. CHARLIE WYKE....6
Quiet in the second half but had a presence in the first and went close after showing great strength in the box, just unable to get a stronger shot away on his weaker foot. Looked far more comfortable with a partner up top. 6 Photo: Ian Horrocks
8. GLENN LOOVENS....5
Booked for a very late challenge and looked uncertain on a couple of occasions defensively. One great bit of work late on snuffed out a dangerous break. 5 Photo: FRANK REID