Live: Sunderland v Southampton matchday blog

Sunderland will look to maintain their forward momentum in a crucial Premier League clash at home to Southampton today '“ and you can follow it all the way on our matchday blog.
Jermain Defoe makes a break against Southampton today. Picture by Frank ReidJermain Defoe makes a break against Southampton today. Picture by Frank Reid
Jermain Defoe makes a break against Southampton today. Picture by Frank Reid

The Black Cats remain at the bottom of the table, despite last weekend’s outstanding 4-0 success at Crystal Palace, but David Moyes’ men are only two points adrift of safety. The Black Cats face a faltering Saints side, who have endured a dismal recent run, despite qualifying for the EFL Cup final against Manchester United in a fortnight.