Graeme Murty’s side were beaten 7-5 by Middlesbrough on Monday but were far more organised and disciplined against a side sitting third in Premier League 2, Division 2.
Striker Max Thompson and centre-back Zak Johnson both returned from injury setbacks, with the pair completing 60 and 70 minutes respectively.
And after conceding 11 goals in their last two matches, the young Black Cats will take confidence from the performance, with Norwich struggling to create many chances from open play.
Here’s how each Sunderland player fared at the Academy of Light:
13. Owen Robinson - 6
(for Thompson, 70) Was playing as a lone striker for the final 20 minutes and had to defend from the front. 6 Photo: National World
14. Tom Chiabi - 6
(for Burke, 70) A late cameo from the bench as Sunderland held on for a draw. 6 Photo: National World