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

James Copley
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:

Came on with five minutes to go, but didn't have much time to impact the game. N/A

13. SUB: Lutsharel Geertruida

Came on with five minutes to go, but didn't have much time to impact the game. N/A | Getty Images

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Brought on with one minute of added time left to play. N/A

14. SUB: Chris Rigg

Brought on with one minute of added time left to play. N/A | Getty Images

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