Sunderland sealed an impressive win over last season’s Coupe de France winners RC Lens in their penultimate pre-season friendly.
The Black Cats just about edged a tight first half short of goalmouth action, and secured the win through Trai Hume and Wilson Isidor goals in the second half.
Here’s how we rated all the Black Cats involved on the afternoon...
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5. LB - Reinildo
Good performance, getting forward when he could and largely getting his defensive work done with little trouble. Gave away some cheap fouls late on but they didn’t come to anything. 6 | Getty Images
6. CM - Granit Xhaka
An instant reminder of his class and quality. Moved the ball through the lines so effectively and ensured Sunderland largely controlled the contest. Unlucky not to get an assist just before the break when Meunier was adjudged to have fouled his marker before nodding in his cross. 8
7. CM - Noah Sadiki
Very solid showing. Lively in the first half and controlled in the second as he dropped into the deeper role. 7 | AFP via Getty Images
8. CM - Enzo Le Fee
Combined really nicely with Meunier early on but was a little bit loose in his passing. Sharpened up as the game went on and played a part in the goal as he combined with Rigg. 6 | Chris Fryatt, Echo