Player ratings

Something of an unsung hero in this emphatic win. Kicked very well when under pressure to help his team out. 8

His most accomplished performance in a few weeks, increasingly comfortable and confident. 7

Defended very well in what was a solid showing after the first ten minutes or so. Then produced a superb pass in the build-up to the fourth goal . 8

Got away with one early error to allow Johnson to get free, but settled and looked comfortable thereafter. 7

Snapped into tackles all over the pitch and showed his typical passing range. Generally very good and his penalty was nerveless. 8

Broke up play well and was important to Sunderland’s aggressive passing game. Missed a big chance to make it 4-0 but had already got through a lot of important work before then. 7

Played a big part in the second goal, building up play down the right very well. His best performance for a while. 8

A breakthrough afternoon for the talented youngster.

Did superbly to win the penalty that got Sunderland ahead, and the third goal was a moment of individual brilliance. Terrific to watch his fearlessness. 9

Took both his goals superbly but was arguably even more impressive in how he pressed and held the ball up. An outstanding showing that firmly justified his recall. 9

An intelligent performance. Worked hard off the ball, made good decisions on it. 7

Kept it simple in possession as he helped the side see out the game with relative ease. 6

Showed his quality in moments with some good touches. 6

Full of industry and running in the closing minutes. 6