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But the lead lasted just three minutes as Lee Cattermole clumsily leant over the top of Sinclair and referee Robert Madley pointed to the penalty spot. That was Sunderland’s first goal against these opponents in five meetings, and the first time they had managed to score in...

The 27-year-old winger brings a wealth of talent and experience, and if his former boss Advocaat can get the best out of Lens, just as he did during his spell in charge of PSV Eindhoven when Dutch worldwide scored 34 goals in 96 appearances, then Sunderland could have an astute...

However, despite Dick Advocaat naming a strong line-up at the Keepmoat Stadium, some poor defending saw the Black Cats slip to their third pre-season defeat.

Tonight will be another indication of how far along his squad are in their pre-season preparations and the Sunderland faithful are certain to be tuning in to find out.

Advocaat introduced Younes Kaboul as one of four changes and as the hour approached Sunderland finally found a way through, but Danny Graham could not convert Lens’ cross.