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. | PA (Press Association) Photo: Adam Davy
6. Isaac Hayden - 7
Put in a typically-committed performance against a very good Liverpool midfield. | Getty Images Photo: Michael Steele
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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. | Getty Images 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. | JPIMedia Photo: FRANK REID