John Marquis’ brace and a Marcus Harness strike sentenced the Black Cats to a 3-1 reverse, with Charlie Wyke’s goal a mere consolation as Sunderland – who played out the final minutes with ten men after Luke O’Nien’s dismissal – were comfortably second best.
But did anyone emerge with any credit against Pompey? Scroll down and click through the pages as Phil Smith dishes out his player ratings:
9. Josh Scowen
Plenty of energy but not enough quality in possession. Set-piece quality below his usual standard, too, and was replaced with 20 minutes to go as the home side searched for an equaliser. 5 Photo: Frank Reid
10. Chris Maguire
Spurned a couple of good openings in the box and while there was plenty of industry, his usual composure was missing in an under-par performance. 5 Photo: FRANK REID 2019
11. Charlie Wyke
Really lively in the opening exchanges and fully deserved his goal. Had little influence in the second half, aside from a couple of headers that drifted wide. 6 Photo: FRANK REID 2020
12. Will Grigg
Little service as Sunderland went down to ten men. 5 Photo: Frank Reid