Patrick Roberts leads the way as Sunderland make light of Ellis Simms injury to defeat Reading

Patrick Roberts leads the way as Sunderland make light of Ellis Simms injury to defeat Reading

Two goals from Patrick Roberts and one from Jack Clarke gave Sunderland all three points at Reading

Sunderland find a 'Barcelona' way to cope without a striker but must be wary

Sunderland find a 'Barcelona' way to cope without a striker but must be wary

The Black Cats finished the game without a recognised striker on the pitch after Ellis Simms limped off

Sunderland take a leaf out of Spain's book at Reading, but Ellis Simms' injury is still a worry

Sunderland take a leaf out of Spain's book at Reading, but Ellis Simms' injury is still a worry

Sunderland found a way to win despite having no recognised strikers available once Ellis Simms went off injured at Reading

Watch Celtic favourite Patrick Roberts net stunning Sunderland quick-fire double in win at Reading

The former Hoops attacker - who was an extremely popular figure during his time in Glasgow - showed his class as he scored twice in two minutes with very similar goals for the Black Cats.

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