Sunderland are preparing to face Preston North End in the Championship - but who will start for Tony Mowbray’s side?
The Black Cats were knocked out of the Carabao Cup on penalties by League Two side Crewe in midweek, following a 2-1 loss against Ipswich in their first league game of the season.
Mowbray is set to recall several of his first-team players after making 10 changes against Crewe on Tuesday.
Here’s our predicted Sunderland line-up to face Preston at Deepdale:
1. GK: Anthony Patterson
The Sunderland keeper made a string of important saves in the first half against Rotherham to keep his side level. Photo: Frank Reid
2. RB: Timothee Pembele
After recovering from a long-term injury setback, Pembele made his Sunderland debut when he came off the bench in the second half at Rotherham. The 21-year-old took up some advanced positions and almost scored the winner with a late header. Photo: FRANK REID
3. CB: Dan Ballard
Ballard coped well with balls into Sunderland’s box against Rotherham when the hosts took a direct approach. Photo: Frank Reid
4. CB: Luke O’Nien
O’Nien continues to captain the side this season. The defender took a knock at the end of the Rotherham match but should be ok to start against Preston. Photo: Frank Reid