Amid a raucous atmosphere at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland’s young superstar made the difference in a tight game. Paddy Hayes reflects on a hugely impressive victory for the Lads

Chris Mepham post-match reaction to Sunderland's win over Middlesbrough.

Follow live coverage as Sunderland face Middlesbrough in the Championship today. An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer at the end of the season.

Sunderland's four-game winning run to begin the EFL Championship season was ended by Plymouth Argyle last weekend, but they responded well on home soil

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Chris Rigg wrote himself into Wear-Tees derby folklore as the 17-year-old's outrageous backheeled winner secured Sunderland a 1-0 victory over Sky Bet Championship rivals Middlesbrough.