Sunderland fell to a narrow defeat against Sporting Lisbon in their second and final game in Portugal.
Francisco Trincao’s first-half goal proved the difference between the two teams, though there were a lot of positives for the Black Cats. Here, we rate all 23 Sunderland players involved in the game...
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17. Dan Neil
Some good defensive moments to snuff out danger. Didn't really get much of a chance to show his passing range with Sporting dominating possession in the second half. 6 | Getty Images
18. Milan Aleksic
Some good moments, he's quick and drives with the ball well. Just couldn't find that bit of quality in the final third. 5 | Photo by Ben Cuthbertson Photo: Photo by Ben Cuthbertson
19. Patrick Roberts
Had a quiet half, not seeing much of the ball. Would be good to see him get a chance when Sunderland have a more experienced team out seeing more possession. Has had to focus on his defensive work these two games. 5 | Getty Images
20. Ahmed Abdullahi
Worked hard but had very little sight of goal other than one Neil cross that he couldn't quite get high enough to head towards goal. Came off with fifteen to play as Sunderland managed his minutes after so long out last season. 5 | Chris Fryatt