Several first-team players featured as Sunderland U21s beat Norwich U21s 2-0 at Eppleton CW - but how did each player fare?
Two goals from Ellis Taylor either side of half-time gave Graeme Murty’s side all three points in the Premier League 2 fixture, with the second coming from the penalty spot.
Summer signings Hemir and Nectarios Triantis both started for the young Black Cats, with first-team boss Tony Mowbray in attendance, while Jewison Bennette, Niall Huggins and Chris Rigg were also named in the starting XI.
Here’s how each player fared for Sunderland:
9. Jewison Bennette - 6
Made some bright runs down the left flank and assisted Taylor’s opener. Crossing was erratic though. 6 Photo: Frank Reid
10. Harrison Jones - 5
Operated in the No 10 position. Found some pockets of space to receive the ball but dipped in and out of the game. Was substituted on the 60-minute mark. 5 Photo: National World
11. Hemir - 5
Struggled to get in the game up front, without many accurate crosses coming into the box. Replaced after an hour. 5 Photo: Frank Reid
12. Tom Chiabi - 6
(for Rigg, 45) Came on in front of Sunderland’s back four and helped the hosts retain possession. 6 Photo: National World