PLAYER RATINGS: Sunderland 5-0 Tranmere - Here’s how the Lads rated in Parky’s first win!

Lee Burge: 6/10

Enjoyed a quiet uneventful night, barely had a save to make.

Luke O’Nien: 8/10

Got through a lot of defensive work and showed greater discipline than in previous performances in a back four under Jack Ross.

Jordan Willis: 7/10

Willis is playing with a serious amount of confidence at the moment, he even managed some impressive barnstorming runs out of defence.

Joel Lynch: 7/10

Made some telling interceptions early on and looked assured throughout.

Denver Hume: 7/10

Showed greater belief and footballing intelligence, breaking forward down the left.

George Dobson: 6/10

For all his energy and obvious talent, Dobson still needs to sharpen up his decision-making both with and without the ball, he produced an energetic if error-filled performance.

Max Power: 7/10

Looked to be positive and play forwards at pace whenever he got the ball, providing great impetus in midfield.

Duncan Watmore: 8/10

If Watmore can play at this level consistently, it could completely change the trajectory of our season. An outstanding all round performance.

Lynden Gooch: 7/10

The quietest of Sunderland’s front four, the American still managed to finish off the Black Cats best team goal of the season.

Chris Maguire: 8/10

Buried a terrific free kick and orchestrated a super team goal.

Will Grigg: 8/10

Looked sharp and confident all night, Grigg’s refound swagger was best showcased in his excellently weighted through ball for Watmore’s opener.

(SUB) Marc McNulty: 7/10

Brought further quality and arrogance to our play, the mini marksman was unlucky to see his brilliant solo effort barely sail over the crossbar.

(SUB) Conor McLaughlin: 6/10

Managed a decent cameo.

(SUB) Benji Kimpioka: n/a

Brought on in the dying minutes for his first appearance of the season.

Man of the Match

Duncan Watmore!