By Dominic Shaw

SUNDERLAND 2
Mayenda 2, Mepham 77

CARDIFF CITY 1
Davies 41
Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris says patience is paying off for Eliezer Mayenda after the striker continued his fine recent run of form with a goal in their win over Cardiff City.
Bournemouth loanee Chris Mepham scored the winner 13 minutes from time after Isaak Davies had cancelled out Mayenda’s second-minute opener.
Le Bris’ side have recovered from successive defeats to Leeds United and Hull City with back-to-back wins after last week’s success at Sheffield Wednesday.
Speaking after the game, the Black Cats' boss ...