It was an assured performance by the Magpies’ second string after a very difficult start to their league campaign, made easier by Brandon Taylor’s red card in the first half.
But who stood out on the night? Our writer Liam Kennedy was at Hetton – and here’s his NUFC player ratings...
9. Luke Charman - 8
Excellent movement up top. Scored one, could have had another three or four. | JPIMedia Photo: Martin Swinney
10. Victor Fernandez - 8
A tricky performance down the left. Turned Sunderland big hope Bali Mumba inside out. | JPIMedia Photo: Martin Swinney
11. Tom Allan - 7
His pace down the right was electrifying. | JPIMedia Photo: Martin Swinney
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