Match Report
Sunderland had not lost in 15 games, having scored in 6 consecutive games. Over the last five, Roma had taken 5 of 15 points to Sunderland's 11.
The venue was Stadio Olimpico in Romagnano Sesia, with room for 40,000 spectators. Half-time and full-time told different stories: it was 0-0 at the break, before 2 more goals closed it at 2-0.