For a fuming John Mousinho, it was the toughest result to stomach during Pompey's difficult start to the season.

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Regis Le Bris said post-match he knew what to expect from Boro and made a tactical switch that helped Sunderland get a win ...

A composed backheel from Chris Rigg saw Sunderland win one-nil against North East rivals Middlesbrough at the Stadium of ...