'Very impressive': Phil Smith's Sunderland player rating photos following Preston North End draw
Sunderland were held to a goalless draw with Preston North End at the Stadium of Light – but how did each player fare for Tony Mowbray’s side?
By Phil Smith
Published 1st Oct 2022, 17:13 BST
The Black Cats dominated possession for large spells and played some neat football between both boxes, but couldn’t find a breakthrough.
New signings Amad Diallo, Jewison Bennette and Abdoullah Ba were all brought on in the second half.
Sunderland will now prepare for Tuesday’s home match against Blackpool.
Our Sunderland writer Phil Smith has dished out his player ratings from the Stadium of Light:
Sunderland will now prepare for Tuesday’s home match against Blackpool.
9. Patrick Roberts - 7
Awesome to watch at times, gliding past defenders and breaking towards the box. Just couldn’t quite find the goal this time but is in a real groove at the moment. 7 Photo: Martin Swinney
Looked like he had nothing left in the tank when he came off with ten to play after another performance full of energy up and down the left flank. Often had the better of his marker but lacked a centre forward to apply the finishing touch for him. 6 Photo: Martin Swinney