Defender Dennis Cirkin scored the only goal of the game after converting the rebound from Alex Pritchard’s low free-kick, which was tipped onto the post by goalkeeper Ryan Allsop.
After dominating possession for most of the match, Sunderland then came under pressure in the second half but managed to see out the win. Here, we take a look at the best photos of fans throughout the game:
1. Sunderland fans
Sunderland claimed a 1-0 win over Cardiff at the Cardiff City Stadium with our cameras in Wales to capture the best of the action. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Sunderland fans
Sunderland claimed a 1-0 win over Cardiff at the Cardiff City Stadium with our cameras in Wales to capture the best of the action. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Sunderland fans
Sunderland claimed a 1-0 win over Cardiff at the Cardiff City Stadium with our cameras in Wales to capture the best of the action. Photo: Frank Reid
4. Sunderland fans
Sunderland claimed a 1-0 win over Cardiff at the Cardiff City Stadium with our cameras in Wales to capture the best of the action. Photo: Frank Reid