Robin Roefs stayed big to perhaps put Pino off with the Palace man sliding the ball wide in the first half with the scores level. Looked strong again with the ball at his feet and saved from Mateta early on in the second half to keep the scores level. Excellent, once again, under the high ball despite it being a windy afternoon in London. Produced another big save around the 73rd-minute mark and then again five minutes later from Mateta. A superb display of goalkeeping. 9 placeholder image
Robin Roefs stayed big to perhaps put Pino off with the Palace man sliding the ball wide in the first half with the scores level. Looked strong again with the ball at his feet and saved from Mateta early on in the second half to keep the scores level. Excellent, once again, under the high ball despite it being a windy afternoon in London. Produced another big save around the 73rd-minute mark and then again five minutes later from Mateta. A superb display of goalkeeping. 9 | Sunderland's Robin Roefs. Photo by Chris Fryatt.

James Copley's Sunderland player ratings as 'superb' stand-out player scores high vs Crystal Palace - gallery

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By James Copley

Sunderland AFC writer; Sunderland Echo

Published 13th Sep 2025, 16:57 GMT

Sunderland faced Crystal Palace in the Premier League at Selhurst Park – here’s how we rated the players...

Sunderland returned to Premier League action with a trip to Selhurst Park to take on Crystal Palace. With the Black Cats continuing their early journey back in the top flight, all eyes were on how Régis Le Bris’ side would perform away from home. The travelling fans once again turned out in force, backing their team in numbers in the capital.

As ever, the focus quickly turned to individual displays across the pitch, with big performances needed at both ends as Sunderland looked to make their mark. From the new signings settling into life in the Premier League to the established squad members adjusting to the demands of top-flight football, there was plenty to keep an eye on throughout the afternoon.

Here are our Sunderland player ratings from their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park:

Simon Adingra looked really lively towards the back end of the first half and created a good chance for Talbi. Combined well with Sadiki at times. Subbed in the second half for Brian Brobbey after a good shift. The winger was solid in his defensive duties, too. 7

9. LW: Simon Adingra

Simon Adingra looked really lively towards the back end of the first half and created a good chance for Talbi. Combined well with Sadiki at times. Subbed in the second half for Brian Brobbey after a good shift. The winger was solid in his defensive duties, too. 7 | Sunderland's Simon Adingra. Photo by Chris Fryatt.

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Chemsdine Talbi could have put Sunderland ahead in the first half, but took too long with his goal attempt. Grew into the game in the second half. Did well defensively when called upon. 6

10. RW: Chemsdine Talbi

Chemsdine Talbi could have put Sunderland ahead in the first half, but took too long with his goal attempt. Grew into the game in the second half. Did well defensively when called upon. 6 | Sunderland's Chemsdine Talbi. Photo by Chris Fryatt.

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Wilson Isidor had little in the way of clear-cut chances but fashioned himself several half opportunities during the game. Caused problems for Palace's defence with his running, but was handed a rough task up against three quality centre-backs. Shifted over to the left wing in the second half after Brobbey's introduction. A good display from the attacker. 7

11. ST: Wilson Isidor

Wilson Isidor had little in the way of clear-cut chances but fashioned himself several half opportunities during the game. Caused problems for Palace's defence with his running, but was handed a rough task up against three quality centre-backs. Shifted over to the left wing in the second half after Brobbey's introduction. A good display from the attacker. 7 | Getty Images

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Came on in the second half for his debut off the bench, replacing Adingra. Didn't really get into the game but showed some nice touches and helped out defensively towards the end of the game. 6

12. SUB: Brian Brobbey

Came on in the second half for his debut off the bench, replacing Adingra. Didn't really get into the game but showed some nice touches and helped out defensively towards the end of the game. 6 | Getty Images

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