But how did their players rate? Here’s our Gazette weekend XI – with the Black Cats and the Mariners featuring highly.
5. Denver Hume - 6
A fine assist to quickly get his side level and got in some dangerous areas. Did his job defensively, giving it away once or twice but rarely beaten on the whole. Photo: Adam Davy
6. Isaac Hayden - 7
Put in a typically-committed performance against a very good Liverpool midfield. Photo: Michael Steele
7. Adam Thurston - 8
Had a hand in both goals, one assist. The South Shields midfielder is sharp making a name for himself at Mariners Park. Photo: Kev Wilson
8. George Dobson - 7
Quality on the ball was mixed in the opening exchanges but grew into the game and did really well to trigger the third goal. Put in a real shift to see the game out in the second half. Photo: FRANK REID