Sunderland slip up despite Roefs' efforts

SUNDERLAND fell to just their second Premier League loss of the campaign as Manchester United secured a 2-0 victory that helps to ease the pressure on their under pressure boss Ruben Amorim.

- Simon Peach PA Chief Football Writer

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Mason Mount’s magnificent effort and a first Old Trafford goal for Benjamin Sesko meant the Black Cats went home empty handed.

United's under-fire Portuguese head coach Amorim headed into his 50th match as manager in the spotlight after last weekend’s bruising 3-1 loss at Brentford.

But Amorim’s side responded well in wet and windy conditions against promoted Sunderland, with first-half goals from Mount and Sesko sealing a much-needed victory before the international break.

Recently signed goalkeeper Senne Lammens impressed on his debut as the hosts made five changes, with Mount - another of those brought in - giving them the lead inside eight minutes.

Black Cats shot-stopper Robin Roefs produced a string of fine saves but was beaten again in the 31st minute when Diogo Dalot’s long throw was flicked into the path of Sesko to score.