10 Things We Learned From Darlington Vs. Sunderland

5. Youth Will Be Given A Chance

Jordan Pickford was involved more out of necessity due to the injury to Costel Pantilimon who watched the game from the stands wearing his finest shades, but the fact that he started the game ahead of Vito Mannone, who is expected to depart for first team football, could offer a clue that he's going to be the Number 2 this season. Beadling was given a starting role with Advocaat specifically mentioning the youngster, while three other youngsters were given chances to shine. Duncan Watmore and Charis Mavrias will return to the fold soon and will both be given time to impress, with the former set for a very bright future if his development continues at pace.