Sunderland were held to a 1-1 draw in Poland on Thursday evening.
The Black Cats took an early lead as Timur Tutierov scored his first senior goal for the club, but they were pegged back in the second half as substitute Leo Bengtsson scored from a corner.
Both teams had big chances to go and win the game but were forced to settle for a point apiece.
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5. CB - Luke O'Nien
Set the tempo well carrying the ball out from the back and was reliable in possession which is what Sunderland needed. A solid display defensively, will surely now be in contention to start on Sunday. 7 | Chris Fryatt, Echo
6. LB - Dayann Methalie
One or two moments where he was caught out defensively but drove forward very well in possession at times. Has an awful lot of promise and bring a threat. 6 | Sunderland Echo, Chris Fryatt
7. CM - Granit Xhaka
Exposed on the break a little at times as Sunderland pushed forward but combative and kept his time ticking over very well in possession. Progressed the ball consistently. 7 | Sunderland Echo, Chris Fryatt
8. CM - Habib Diarra
Started brightly and consistently got into good areas. Had one effort flash wide of the post after half time. Got an hour under his belt in a huge boost for Sunderland as offers a little bit more penalty-box threat and energy. 6