The Black Cats are now without a win in four games, a worrying run of form as the season reaches a climax.
Phil Smith has dished out his SAFC player ratings from the game, which saw Sunderland well beaten and off the pace throughout. Striker Kyle Lafferty was subbed at half-time.
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13. Charlie Wyke.
Came on at the break after returning from injury, but could do little to bring his team-mates into play or threaten the goal. 4 | JPIMedia Photo: FRANK REID 2019
14. Will Grigg
Was never likely to affect the play too much with three minutes to play, but did make some good runs and came close with one header late on. 6 | JPIMedia Photo: FRANK REID 2020
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