The Black Cats have been hard at work at the Academy of Light ahead of the game, which comes a week before their League One opener against Bristol Rovers.
Scroll down and click through the pages to see our behind the scenes pictures, via Frank Reid, from Sunderland training:
5. Morgan Feeney on the ball
We haven't seen a great deal of the former Everton youngster so far - but he could be handed a chance in one of the two cup games coming up in the next seven days Photo: Frank Reid
6. Power in full flow
And just look at that hair! Photo: Frank Reid
7. Eyes on the ball
Luke O'Nien keeps a close eye on the ball during a productive session ahead of Saturday's game Photo: Frank Reid
8. Safe hands from Patterson
The youngster has caught the eye behind the scenes, and could head out on loan this season Photo: Frank Reid