Sunderland battled back with ten men to secure a valuable point against Aston Villa at the Stadium of Light.
The hosts had been left with a mountain to climb after Reinildo saw red for a kick in the first half, and especially after Matty Cash’s long-range strike put the visitors ahead in the second. Sunderland played well, however, and got a deserved equaliser through Wilson Isidor.
Here’s how we rated all 16 Black Cats who took part in the game.
9. RW - Chemsdine Talbi
One of his best Sunderland performances to date. Carried the ball well and offered a valuable outlet after the red card. Felt like a step forward. 6 | Sunderland's Chemsdine Talbi. Photo by Chris Fryatt.
10. LW - Enzo Le Fee
Didn’t get much chance to show his quality on the ball but worked ever so hard and played some lovely passes in the second half. 6 | Chris Fryatt
11. ST - Wilson Isidor
Dangerous in the opening exchanges and got through so much running after the red. Got his reward when he was alert to the opening as Xhaka headed into his path, taking the chance so well. 7 | Getty Images
12. SUB - Dan Ballard
Excellent return. Pressed with real vigour, won the ball back in good areas and made strong defensive interventions. 8 Photo: ANDY BUCHANAN