Sunderland ran out 1-0 winners at Selhurst Park in a cagey affair thanks to a calamitous error from Scott Dann and Wayne Hennessey left Defoe to slot home the winner.
The Eagles struggled to break down the resolute Black Cats defence all night and while the goal may have been harsh, Sunderland should be praised for their hard work and resilenience through 90 minutes. This results leaves Palace in 10th in the table after 13 games.
Here are your player ratings from this Monday Night Football clash.
