Embleton the star as fans impressed by ‘very good’ friendly display

Sunderland claimed a thumping win over Harrogate Town in their latest pre-season fixture – and fans were delighted with what they saw.

The Black Cats were dominant throughout and took an early lead through Elliot Embleton.

Embleton netted the second via a deflected effort, before a well-taken Carl Winchester effort following a flowing move saw Sunderland

three goals to the good at the break.

Ellis Taylor added a fourth late on as Lee Johnson’s side registered a well-deserved victory.

It could have been more, too, with Ross Stewart twice denied by home goalkeeper Mark Oxley.

But Sunderland fans were left enthused by a fine display at The EnviroVent Stadium – and in particular Embleton.

Here’s what they had to say on social media:

@afootyeducation said: “Positive… Comfortable 4-0 win today. Very confident Embleton will be a big player for us this season”

@RyanC2408 added: “Some solid performances today: Benji looked very sharp coming off the bench, Diamond looked one of the best players on the field always wanted to create a chance,

Embelton no words what a player, Both fullbacks looked good as well. Onto Tuesday”

@Philip_RJ89 tweeted: “Good result, very good performance. Embleton & Diamond have made very strong cases for themselves, Corry Evans was neat & tidy, and Ross Stewart was a real handful. The lack of squad depth is still a major issue, but we do have a lot of talent at our disposal”

@DanielJenks89 posted: “Very little to complain about from a four-goal win. Yes it is only a pre season friendly, but it gives the squad a boost in confidence ahead of the next two friendlies and then for the competitive games afterwards.”

@Ian_Crow3 commented: “Top performance. The class of Embo in midfield and Doyle at back with Diamonds pace and Stewarts movement was a pleasure to watch. Evans was tidy and composed in midfield and overall it was great and controlled pre-season performance. Starting to come together”

@KeelanMurray1 wrote: “Haway the lads, class to see @LukeONien back.

“Embleton everything we’ve been missing over the last few seasons an attacking midfielder who can cause a serious threat”