Sunderland picked up their first win in the Championship over the weekend as they fought back to beat Bristol City 3-2 at Ashton Gate.
The Black Cats handed a debut to Ellis Simms who had joined on loan from Everton, while Daniel Ballard made his second start in the backline.
Simms arguably enjoyed one of the best debut starts the club have seen in a very long time as he opened the scoring only minutes in, before equalising shortly before the hour mark.
Despite being 2-1 down after 51 minutes, the striker’s goal catapulted Sunderland into the driving seat and Ross Stewart soon secured the three points for the visitors.
Alex Neil’s side have now enjoyed an unbeaten start as they sit second in the Championship table, with a home tie against QPR next on the cards.
Here are today’s rumours...
1. League One club favourites to sign Swansea City youngster
Sheffield Wednesday are reportedly leading the race to sign Swansea City's Kyle Joseph on loan this summer. Oxford United are also thought to be keen on the 20-year-old forward. (Wales Online)
2. Stoke City monitoring League One Young Player of the Year
Stoke City have had scouts watching Fleetwood Town winger Paddy Lane this season and will look to try and lure him to the bet365 Stadium. The 21-year-old was named the EFL League One Young Player of the Year and also Fleetwood's Supporters' Player of the Year last season. (Alan Nixon - The Sun)
3. Huddersfield Town nearing deal for non-league defender
Huddersfield Town are closing in on a deal for Halifax Town centre-back, Jesse Debrah. It is thought that a fee of around £200,000 will be agreed in the coming days. (Football League World)
4. Black Cats suffer blow in pursuit of forward
Sunderland could miss out on signing Nathan Broadhead this summer, with the Everton striker reportedly leaning towards joining Wigan Athletic. The Latics may have the advantage due to being a lot closer to home for the 24-year-old. (Michael Walker - The Athletic)