Sunderland were beaten 1-0 by Millwall at the Stadium of Light – but how did each player fare for the Black Cats?
After a goalless first half, former Sunderland forward Duncan Watmore scored the game’s only goal after coming off the bench for the visitors. It means the Black Cats have gone six games without a win at home.
Here’s how Phil Smith rated the Sunderland players at the Stadium of Light:
9. Chris Rigg - 6
Sunderland’s brightest player in the opening exchanges of a poor game, showing nice footwork and a good weight of pass to forge some half chances. Quieter thereafter but again showed his comfort at the level and on the ball. 6 Photo: Frank Reid
10. Jack Clarke - 5
Not often we have said it this season but an afternoon where little came off for him, with Millwall’s defence dealing with him really well. The back five too often leaves him picking up the ball too deep and too central to show his best skills. 5 Photo: Frank Reid
11. Bradley Dack - 5
Made very little impression on the first half before being replaced at the break. In fairness, Sunderland’s shape meant there wasn’t a huge amount of support or bodies for him to play off. A surprise selection from Dodds. 5 Photo: Frank Reid
12. Trai Hume (sub) - 5
Had one shot that whistled just over the bar shortly after his half-time introduction. Tidy and tenacious in the main without making a huge impact. 5 Photo: Frank Reid