Sunderland suffered their first defeat of the Premier League season after Burnley ran out 2-0 winners at Turf Moor on second afternoon.
The teams were level at the break following a tight first half, but Josh Cullen’s goal early in the second half changed the contest and the hosts defended very well thereafter. Here’s how we rated the 16 Sunderland players who were in action over the course of the game...
13. Sub - Enzo Le Fee
Didn’t have much of an impact but hard to place much blame on him, he’s wasted on the left wing. Sunderland need reinforcements so he can move infield and show his creativity. 5 | Sunderland's Enzo Le Fee. Photo by Chris Fryatt.
14. Sub - Patrick Roberts
Tidy in possession without finding the moment to open Burnley up. 6 | Getty Images
15. Sub - Wilson Isidor
Didn’t see much of the ball with service poor and Burnley’s three central defenders dominant. 5 | Sunderland's Wilson Isidor. Photo by Chris Fryatt.Sunderland's Wilson Isidor. Photo by Chris Fryatt.
16. Sub - Marc Guiu
Actually made an impact and offered a presence up front, but Burnley’s second ended the game as a contest. 6 | Ed Sykes/Getty Images Photo: Ed Sykes/Getty Images