Sunderland’s form and problems worsened with a 2-0 defeat to Dinamo Zagreb in the Europa League on Thursday night.
Here’s how we rated all the lads involved on the night...
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9. CM - Chris Rigg
Covered a lot of ground and tried to lead the press but just didn’t see enough of the ball in advanced areas. One decent cross for Ahoka but otherwise quiet and withdrawn at the break. 5 | Getty Images
10. RW - Nilson Angulo
One or two bright moments early on but struggled to impact the game and had a very quiet second half. 4 | Getty Images
11. LW - Malick Fofana
Carried the ball into dangerous areas on occasions but didn’t create much or test the opposition goalkeeper. 4 | Sunderland Echo, Chris Fryatt
12. ST - Wilson Isidor
Had one two bright moments around the box but didn’t really trouble the visiting defence. Thought he’d scored from a Xhaka free kick shortly after the break but had moved offside. Didn’t really take his chance though that was true of everyone. 4