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Sunderland took a hint of pride from a combative display at Arsenal but succumbed to overwhelming second-half pressure to lose 2-0 at a subdued Emirates on Tuesday night.
Jordan Pickford, almost certainly reaching the end of his career with the team he supports, was once again a tower of strength in the Sunderland goal with a string of fine saves. He will feel the pain of relegation as keenly as his fellow Wearsiders, but needs Premier League football and is certain to be offered it.